Mastering Sentence Structures

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

• She ran to the store, and she bought some candy.

• Although it was raining, he walked to the store.

• The cat slept on the windowsill.

• She didn't see her friend because she arrived late.

Identify the compound sentence from the options below.

• She laughed at the joke.

• He wanted to go to the movie, but he had to finish his homework first.

• When the rain stopped, the children went outside to play.

• Because she was ill, she didn't attend the meeting.

Choose the complex sentence from the following.

• The dog barked and ran.

• After the party ended, we went to a late-night diner.

• She likes coffee, and he likes tea.

• She smiled and waved goodbye.

Which of these is a compound-complex sentence?

• The sun set, and the moon rose.

• Although it was late, he decided to go out, and he ended up missing the last bus.

• She was happy because she received a letter from her friend.

• The teacher returned the homework after she noticed the error.

Identify the simple sentence.

• The players were happy because they won the game.

• The bell rang, and the students went to class.

• The flowers are blooming.

• While I was eating, the cat scratched at the door.

Choose the sentence that is compound.

• The book that I borrowed from you is excellent.

• She cried because her seashell collection was stolen.

• The rain began to fall, and the children reluctantly stopped playing.

• If you are going to the market, please buy some bread.

Which sentence is an example of a complex sentence?

• The dog barked loudly, waking up the baby.

• The cake was delicious, and everyone wanted a second piece.

• Because the road was icy, school was canceled.

• She laughed and danced under the stars.

Identify the compound-complex sentence from the options.

• The team won the game, so they celebrated all night.

• When the bell rang, the students went to class, and the teacher began the lesson.

• The car was expensive, but it was also very reliable.

• If you finish your dinner, you can have dessert.

Construct a compound sentence from the following simple sentences: "I finished my homework. I went to bed."

• I finished my homework, but I went to bed.

• I finished my homework, so I went to bed.

• I finished my homework because I went to bed.

• I finished my homework when I went to bed.

Which of the following is a simple sentence?

• After the movie ended, we went out to grab some dinner.

• The sun was shining, but the air was still cold.

• The dog ran across the yard.

• She didn't like the music because it was too loud.