Identifying Sentences (S, F, SCS, SCV, CD, CX) Warm Up

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

Ray stayed up late because he had company.

• S

• SCS

• SCV

• CD

• CX

Answer explanation

CX- It has a subordinate clause (because he had company).

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

The lazy dog and the old cat were basking in the sun.

• S

• SCS

• SCV

• CD

• CX

Answer explanation

There is a compound subject- "dog and cat".

(2 SN+ 1V)

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

I will cheer for you when you cross the line.

• S

• F

• SCS

• SCV

• CX

Answer explanation

This sentence has the subordinate clause "when you cross the finish line".

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

Because I was late.

• S

• F

• SCS

• SCV

• CX

Answer explanation

"Because I was late" is a subordinate clause. A subordinate clause is a fragment.

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

I have worked here a long time, and I have enjoyed it.

• S

• SCS

• SCV

• CD

• CX

Answer explanation

Two simple sentences (independent clauses) are joined by a coordinate conjunction.

(S1 ,conjunction S2)

Identify each type of sentence by choosing the correct label.

The mysterious package was received on Friday.

• S

• SCS

• SCV

• CD

• CX

Answer explanation

This independent clause has one subject and one verb. (1 SN + 1 V)

Identify this complex sentence as a (CX,1) or a (CX,2).

I buy my fruit at the farmer's market because it is fresh.

• (CX,1)

• (CX,2)

Answer explanation

The subordinating clause (because it is fresh) comes last in this sentence.

Identify this complex sentence as a (CX,1) or a (CX,2).

Since Mom is bringing the roast, I will bring the rolls to our dinner.

• (CX, 1)

• (CX, 2)

Answer explanation

The subordinate clause (Since Mom is bringing the roast) begins this sentence.

Correct the run-on sentence as indicated by the label in parentheses at the end of each sentence.

The doctor finished he listened to my heart again. (CX, before) (1)

Correct the run-on sentence as indicated by the label in parentheses at the end of each sentence.

The students got in line the lunch bell rang.

(CX, after) (2)