Sentence Structure Test Corrections

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went to the park.'

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What punctuation is needed after 'After the movie ended' in the sentence 'After the movie ended we went home'?

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A comma is needed after 'ended'.

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What is a complete subject?

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The complete subject includes all the words that tell who or what the sentence is about. Example: In 'The energetic puppy chased its tail', the complete subject is 'The energetic puppy'.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

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'When' is NOT a coordinating conjunction.

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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. Example: 'Susan cried'.

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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 and depends on an independent clause. Example: 'after the party ended'.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with no dependent clauses. Example: 'The cat slept.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'We played games, and we watched movies.'

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What is the purpose of punctuation in a sentence?

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Punctuation helps clarify meaning and indicates pauses or stops in writing. It organizes sentences and makes them easier to read.