Complex Sentences Practice

Which is the correct complex sentence structure?

• One independent clause
• One dependent clause
• An independent clause and a dependent clause
• A simple sentence with a subject and verb

Our teacher graded the papers ___________ we watched the movie.

• unless
• while
• when

They couldn't make a cake ________ they did not have any milk.

• because
• unless
• or

The tiger went hunting __________ it got dark.

• if
• when
• until

The ghost floated up the stairs  __________ the next morning.

• while
• since
• until

We're going to the circus ___________ we can get tickets in time.

• if
• when
• until

Emma and Kate went to the library near school _________ cheerleading practice.

• when
• after
• because

Sue will dance in the show today ________ she is late.

• unless
• until
• since

The big window is closed _______ yesterday afternoon.

• since
• until
• because

What is the subordinating conjunction?

After you finish eating your breakfast, brush your teeth.

• After

• our

• your

• you