Simple, Compound, & Complex Sentences

A _____ sentence is made up of one independent clause and one ore more dependent clauses.

• simple

• compound

• complex

A _____ sentence has two independent clauses.

• simple

• compound

• complex

A _____ sentence has one independent clause.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

Before the Spanish conquered Peru, the Incas had built a walled city called Machu Picchu.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

The Grand Canyon is a stunning sight, but Yosemite National Park also has many impressive features.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

New Orleans is known for its lively French Quarter and delicious Creole cuisine.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

Feel free to stay a little longer if you would like.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

Although my dog can play the piano, he does not do it well.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

The musicians packed up their instruments and got on the bus after the last song.

• simple

• compound

• complex

Identify the sentence structure.

Spring came and went quickly, but I was ready for summer.

• simple

• compound

• complex