Which of the following sentences is punctuated CORRECTLY ?

We couldn't go to the beach because the car broke down.

Whenever you feel hungry we can stop for lunch.

Kerry called the fire department and they arrived very quickly.

The campers stayed in the tent, while the cold rain fell.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated INCORRECTLY ?

Many brave soldiers fought in the war, and received medals.

The baseball player ran to second base when the pitcher dropped the ball.

Peter worked hard on his homework, yet he didn’t finish it.

The magician pulled a rabbit from his hat, but the audience did not applaud.

What is the DEPENDENT CLAUSE in this sentence: We have to go to bed when the clock chimes ten o’clock.

when the clock chimes ten o'clock

go to bed when the clock chimes

What TYPE of sentence is this: She dropped the bowl but held on to the spoon.

compound-complex sentence (CD-CX)

What TYPE of sentence is this: The children played in the yard while their mothers sat on the patio.

compound-complex sentence (CD-CX)

What TYPE of sentence is this: She is famous, yet she is very humble.

compound-complex sentence (CD-CX)

What is the INDEPENDENT CLAUSE in this sentence: They drive old cars even though they are millionaires.

even though they are millionaires

Which of the following is an INDEPENDENT CLAUSE ?

Rachel likes to go to the beach

since I like to travel out of the country

What TYPE of sentence is this: Nicole called the doctor and made an appointment.

compound-complex sentence (CD-CX)

Which of the following sentences is punctuated CORRECTLY ?

Although it is snowing, we are not getting out of school early.

Because of the storm the neighborhood lost electricity.

The researchers will continue their work, until there is a cure.

Before rehearsal begins Sarah will do her homework.

Which of the following is NOT a DEPENDENT CLAUSE ?

when I find myself overwhelmed with work

though the news was late because of the football game

Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE ?

I was snippy with him because I was running late for work.

I am counting my calories, yet I really want dessert.

Mary and Samantha arrived at the bus station early but waited until noon for the bus.

Katie sipped on her cappuccino.

Which of the following is an INDEPENDENT CLAUSE ?

she didn't know any of the answers on the test

so she just went to the party anyway

after the two soccer players lost their game

but I really want to go to that restaurant

Which of the following sentences is punctuated INCORRECTLY ?

I did not go to the meeting, because I was sick.

Before going to class, Frankie went to the bathroom.

Study for the test, and it will be easy.

The trendy fashion designer released her new line on Wednesday.

What TYPE of sentence is this: Max maintained that the database needed restructuring, but Laura disagreed with him.

compound-complex sentence (CD-CX)

Which of the following sentences is punctuated INCORRECTLY ?

Although it was raining Molly walked to the bus stop.

They couldn't make it to the summit and back before dark; they decided to camp for the night.

You should follow the TSA rules even if you do not agree with all of them.

Pedro and Renee like swimming but not hiking.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A SIMPLE SENTENCE is made from...

an independent clause

a dependent clause

two independent clauses

a dependent clause and an independent clause

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CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.1.1J

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A COMPOUND SENTENCE is made from...

an independent clause

a dependent clause

two independent clauses

a dependent clause and an independent clause

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A COMPLEX SENTENCE is made from...

an independent clause

a dependent clause

two independent clauses

a dependent clause and an independent clause

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

COORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS are used to join...

independent clauses

dependent clauses

dependent and independent clauses

phrases

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS are used to join...

independent clauses

dependent clauses

dependent and independent clauses

phrases

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the DEPENDENT CLAUSE in this sentence: While I am drying the dishes, you can vacuum the living room.

while I am drying the dishes

you can vacuum the living room

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION in this sentence: I was able to see my teacher for help since the bus was early today.

able

was

for

since

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

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Sentence Structure Review

A SIMPLE SENTENCE is made from...

A COMPOUND SENTENCE is made from...

A COMPLEX SENTENCE is made from...

COORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS are used to join...

SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS are used to join...

What is the DEPENDENT CLAUSE in this sentence: While I am drying the dishes, you can vacuum the living room.

What is the SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION in this sentence: I was able to see my teacher for help since the bus was early today.

Which of the following sentences is punctuated CORRECTLY?

Which of the following sentences is punctuated INCORRECTLY?

What is the DEPENDENT CLAUSE in this sentence: We have to go to bed when the clock chimes ten o’clock.

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