Complex Sentence Quiz

What is a complex sentence?

• A complex sentence is a sentence that contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

• A complex sentence is a sentence that contains a subject and a predicate.

• A complex sentence is a sentence that contains only dependent clauses.

• A complex sentence is a sentence that contains two independent clauses.

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

• I went for a walk.

• It was raining.

• Although it was raining, I went for a walk.

• I went for a walk because it was raining.

What is the main characteristic of a complex sentence?

• Contains a subject and a predicate.

• Contains only dependent clauses.

• Contains two independent clauses.

• Contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause

Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to introduce a dependent clause in a complex sentence?

• while

• because

• unless

• although

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence: 'Although she was tired, she continued working.'

• She continued working.

• Although

• tired

• Although she was tired,

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

• She stayed indoors.

• She went for a walk.

• Although it was raining, she went for a walk.

• It was raining.

What is the purpose of a dependent clause in a complex sentence?

• To connect two independent clauses.

• To express a complete thought on its own.

• To provide additional information or context to the main clause.

• To indicate a cause and effect relationship.

Which of the following is NOT a subordinating conjunction commonly used in complex sentences?

• but

• or

• because

• and

Identify the independent clause in the following sentence: 'I studied hard, so I passed the exam.'

• the exam

• so I passed the exam

• I passed the exam.

• I studied hard

• I passed

Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?

• Although it was raining, she went for a walk.

• She stayed indoors.

• It was raining.

• She went for a walk.