a group of words that contains both a subject and a verb.

a group of words containing a subject but no verb

a group of words containing a verb but no subject

Those merry folk who live at the North Pole.

Which sentence starts with an independent clause and ends with a subordinate (dependent) clause?

Joyce enjoyed geometry even though the teacher was mean.

Jay asked the store clerk for directions.

While Delia waited for the bus, she read a book.

Identify the Simple Sentence from the sentences below:

Going to the beach is my favorite summer activity.

Although I put on sunscreen, I still got burnt because of my pale skin.

I walked around all day, but I couldn't find the perfect Christmas present despite all my efforts.

I can't wait for the holidays when I get to sleep in, and I get to catch up with my friends.

Identify the Compound Sentence from the sentences below:

Sometimes at night I find it hard to sleep, so I spend time on my phone watching Netflix.

The end of the school year is so very close although I will miss my friends and teachers.

When I get up in the morning, I must have a cup of coffee right away.

Identify the Complex Sentence from the list below:

Although I am more of a cat person, we have three dogs.

Maggie the cat is a little overweight.

My sister's dog was in a musical a few years ago and is incredibly smart.

I would love to get a dog, but sadly at the moment, I don't have the time to take care of one.

Which of the following sentences is a Compound-Complex Sentence?

The students studied hard for the upcoming grammar quiz because they not only wanted to do well, but they also just really love grammar.

Often before a test, I find it hard to sleep.

The best way to study for a test is to practice until you can't practice anymore.

On the morning of a test, I try and make sure that I have a really good breakfast.

Sentence Structures

Quiz

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English

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6th - 8th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Medium

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CCSS

L.7.1B, L.5.1E, L.7.1A

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Brenda Hageman

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34 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

When I play Quizizz, I have to remain focused.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

I like playing sports, but I don't like losing.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

If I don't read carefully, I often make mistakes on my work.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

I had to read a short story for homework last night.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Whenever it rained, Kerry thought of her home in Ireland, and she worried about her mother.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Although it was sunny, the woods were dark, and Sue stumbled down the hill.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

I need to finish writing this story; I'd rather read this book.

Simple

Compound

Complex

Compound-Complex

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

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34 questions

When I play Quizizz, I have to remain focused.

I like playing sports, but I don't like losing.

If I don't read carefully, I often make mistakes on my work.

I had to read a short story for homework last night.

Whenever it rained, Kerry thought of her home in Ireland, and she worried about her mother.

Although it was sunny, the woods were dark, and Sue stumbled down the hill.

I need to finish writing this story; I'd rather read this book.

Before he knew it, the winter was over, and tiny buds sprouted on the treees.

When the stars are visible, my family goes camping in the backyard.

Emilia enjoys swimming and hiking on sunny summer days.

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