Types of sentences overview

What makes a sentence simple?

• One main clause and one subordinate clause.

• One or more finite verbs.

• A subject, a number & a tense.

• One main clause.

Compound sentences consist of two or more main clauses joined with a ___ connective.

What is a complex sentence?

• A sentences with lots of clauses.

• A sentence that is difficult to understand.

• A sentence with a main clause and one or more subordinate clauses.

• A sentence with a main clause and a subordinate clause.

What punctuation mark is used to separate a main clause from a subordinate clause?

Which statement about a simple sentence is incorrect?

• It is used to introduce / emphasise a point.

• It is a group of words that does not contain a finite verb.

• It makes a point clear.

• Using too many can make writing boring.

List the SEVEN coordinating connectives. (FANBOYS)

Which of the following punctuation marks is not used to enclose additional information?

• semi-colons

• brackets

• dashes

• commas

What type of sentence is this?

I love my new phone because it has many great features.

Which is not a function of a complex sentence?

• To convey a simple idea.

• To compare or contrast ideas.

• To elaborate or give an explanation.

• To vary your writing.

What is the function of the subordinate clause (or clauses) in a complex sentence?

• To give unnecessary information.

• To make the sentence longer.

• To complicate the sentence.

• To give supporting information / ideas.