Common Core Standard L.7.1a

What is the primary function of a phrase in a sentence?

• To express a complete thought

• To convey the main idea of the sentence

• To add extra information or details

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Which of the following is an example of an independent clause?

• After the rain stopped.

• She finished her homework.

• Because he was tired.

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Identify the phrase in the sentence: "The book on the shelf is mine."

• The book

• On the shelf

• Is mine

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In the sentence, "While I was studying, my brother played video games," what is the function of the clause "While I was studying"?

• Independent clause

• Dependent clause

• Verb phrase

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What type of clause is "if you finish your dinner" in the sentence: "You can have dessert if you finish your dinner"?

• Independent clause

• Adjective clause

• Adverb clause

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Which sentence contains an appositive phrase?

• The car is fast.

• My friend, the soccer player, is coming over.

• He ran quickly.

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What is the function of the participial phrase in the sentence: "The dog, barking loudly, chased the mailman"?

• It functions as the subject.

• It provides additional information about the dog.

• It acts as the verb.

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Identify the relative clause in the sentence: "The girl who won the contest is my cousin."

• The girl

• Who won the contest

• Is my cousin

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What is the main function of a prepositional phrase in a sentence?

• To serve as the subject

• To modify a noun or verb

• To connect independent clauses

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Which of the following is an example of a dependent clause?

• She enjoys playing tennis.

• Because he couldn't find his keys.

• The sun is shining brightly.

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