Grammar Basics 3

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Run-On Sentence

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(b) Complex Sentence

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(c) Compound Sentence

• The wind howled through the trees the leaves rustled in response

• After the storm passed, the rainbow appeared in the sky

• The rain poured down from the dark clouds, but the flowers still bloomed in the garden

• The chef prepared the meal, and the waiter served it to the customers

• The team won the championship, so they celebrated with a victory parade

• The car sped down the highway the music blaring from the speakers

• Although it was raining, the children still played outside

• Because she studied hard, she aced the exam

• The clock struck midnight the moon shone brightly in the sky

• While he was sleeping, the phone rang loudly

• The waves crashed against the shore the seagulls cried out in search of food

• The sun set behind the mountains, and the stars began to twinkle in the night sky

• The children played in the park, and the parents watched from the benches

• Since it was a holiday, the office was closed

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Comma Splice

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(b) Fragment

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(c) Proper sentence

• There was a terrible, earth-shattering storm, it felt like Zeus himself was angry.

• She went to the store, she bought some groceries.

• He studied hard for the exam, and he passed with flying colors.

• Running late for the meeting.

• Looking forward to the weekend.

• The movie was exciting, it kept me on the edge of my seat.

• Without a doubt.

• I love to read, I read every day.

• The children ran and played in the park, their laughter echoing through the trees.

• The dog barked loudly, alerting us to the approaching danger.

• The sun was shining brightly, the birds were chirping happily.

• After the rain stopped.

• She danced gracefully across the stage, captivating the audience.

• Under the table.

• The flowers bloomed beautifully in the springtime, filling the air with their sweet fragrance.

• With a smile on her face.

• We went for a walk, we saw a beautiful sunset.

• They laughed and played together, creating memories that would last a lifetime.

Democracy, a system of governance widely valued today, traces its roots to ancient Greece. The term itself

​ (a)   its origins in the Greek ​ (b)   "demos," meaning the people, and "kratos," meaning power. In the city-state of Athens around the 5th century BCE, democracy ​ (c)   its initial steps, evolving from various sources.

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One primary source ​ (a)   the political reforms introduced by the Athenian leader Cleisthenes. He ​ (b)   the political divisions, creating a system where citizens had a direct role in decision-making. Another crucial influence came from the concept of isonomia, or equality before the law, emphasizing fairness and justice for all citizens.

Furthermore, the assembly, known as the Ekklesia, ​ (c)   citizens to participate in debates and vote on important matters. This inclusive approach to decision-making set the foundation for democratic principles that ​ (d)   resonate through the centuries.

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In ancient Rome gladiators entertained crowds in the Colosseum these warriors fought in fierce battles to the death some were slaves others were prisoners of war they fought with weapons like swords and shields the spectators cheered and placed bets on the outcome of the matches sometimes emperors even joined in the combat their decisions could spare or condemn a gladiator's life.

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The ancient city of Pompeii was a bustling metropolis, it was buried under volcanic ash in 79 AD. The eruption of Mount Vesuvius was sudden, it caught the residents by surprise. Many people tried to flee, they were unable to escape the rapid flow of lava and ash. The city remained hidden for centuries, it was rediscovered in 1748.