Compound-Complex Sentences Flashcard Review

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

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A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

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True or False: Compound-complex sentences are the most sophisticated sentence form.

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True

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Identify the number of independent clauses in the sentence: 'Since summer break is almost here, we are planning several vacations.'

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1

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Which of the following is an example of a compound-complex sentence? 'Because I was deeply in love with him, his words pierced my heart, and I knew I would never be the same again.'

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This is a compound-complex sentence because it has two independent clauses and one dependent clause.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence; it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence; it has a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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Identify which of the following is a compound-complex sentence: 'Golf is a challenging sport because it is both physical and mental, but I love to play.'

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This is a compound-complex sentence because it contains two independent clauses and one dependent clause.

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What punctuation is commonly used to separate independent clauses in a compound-complex sentence?

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A comma is commonly used before a coordinating conjunction (like 'and', 'but', 'or') to separate independent clauses.

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Identify which of the following is an example of a compound-complex sentence: 'Before we conducted the experiment, we asked for permission to use the science lab, but the principal insisted on teacher supervision.'

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This is a compound-complex sentence because it has two independent clauses and one dependent clause.

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What is the role of coordinating conjunctions in compound-complex sentences?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect independent clauses and help to form compound-complex sentences.