Simple, Compound, Complex Sentence Quiz

Which conjunction is NOT typically used to introduce a dependent clause?

• but

• because

• and

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

What is the primary difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence?

• A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

• A compound sentence is joined by a coordinating conjunction or semicolon, while a complex sentence is joined by a subordinating conjunction.

• Both compound and complex sentences have two or more clauses.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?

• for

• but

• because

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

In the sentence "She studied hard for her exam, but she still failed because she didn't understand the material," which part is the dependent clause?

• She studied hard for her exam.

• but she still failed

• because she didn't understand the material

Tags

CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Identify the correct type of sentence: "The sun was shining brightly, and the birds were singing merrily."

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

Which sentence is an example of a compound sentence?

• Although the rain poured down heavily, the children continued playing outside.

• The teacher explained the concept clearly, yet some students still struggled to understand.

• The athlete trained diligently, hoping to win the gold medal.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the main function of a subordinating conjunction?

• To join independent clauses

• To connect two or more words of the same grammatical category

• To introduce a dependent clause and indicate its relationship to the independent clause

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Identify the correct type of sentence: "The old woman looked tired with her gnarled hands and aching back."

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

Which sentence is an example of a complex sentence?

• The waves crashed against the rocky shore, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

• The children cheered excitedly as the clown performed his tricks.

• The hiker paused to admire the panoramic view from the mountaintop.

• The scientist conducted a series of experiments to test her hypothesis.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Identify the correct type of sentence: "The storm raged violently, uprooting trees and causing widespread damage."

• Simple sentence

• Compound sentence

• Complex sentence

• Compound-complex sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B