SIMPLE, COMPLEX AND COMPOUND SENTENCES

1. 1) Which of the following is a simple sentence?

• a) She went to the store.

• b) She went to the store, but she forgot her wallet.

• c) After she went to the store, she realized she forgot her wallet.

• d) She went to the store and bought some groceries.

2) Identify the complex sentence:

• a) He enjoys playing soccer.

• b) Because it was raining, they decided to cancel the picnic.

• c) She loves ice cream, but she's lactose intolerant.

• d) I like pizza, and I also like burgers.

3) Choose the compound sentence:

• a) The dog barked loudly until the mailman left.

• b) We went hiking, and we saw a beautiful waterfall.

• c) After the storm passed, the sun came out.

• d) She finished her homework because she wanted to watch TV.

4) Which sentence is simple?

• a) The cat chased the mouse until it disappeared.

• b) Although it was cold, she went for a run.

• c) He cooked dinner, and she cleaned the dishes.

• d) The sun sets in the west.

5) Identify the complex sentence:

• a) She went to the party, and she had a great time.

• b) He won the race because he trained hard.

• c) We can go to the beach, or we can stay home and watch a movie.

• d) After the movie ended, they went out for dinner.

6) Choose the compound sentence:

• a) The baby slept peacefully while the parents watched TV.

• b) She wanted to go shopping, but she didn't have any money.

• c) The teacher explained the lesson until everyone understood.

• d) He likes to read books, and he also enjoys playing video games.

7) Which sentence is simple?

• a) They went to the park and played frisbee.

• b) After the concert, they went out for pizza.

• c) Because she studied hard, she passed the exam.

• d) She went swimming, but she forgot her swimsuit.

8) Identify the complex sentence:

• a) He didn't want to go, so he stayed home.

• b) Until she finishes her chores, she can't go out.

• c) The cake was delicious, but I couldn't finish it.

• d) The cat meowed until someone let it in.

9) Choose the compound sentence:

• a) He went to bed early because he had an early morning.

• b) She danced in the rain until she was soaked.

• c) She wanted to go to the party, but she had too much homework.

• d) After the game, they went for ice cream.

10) Which sentence is simple?

• a) She went to the store, but it was closed.

• b) When he arrived, the party had already started.

• c) The flowers bloomed beautifully.

• d) Although it was late, he decided to go for a walk.