Complex Sentence Structures

What is a complex sentence?

• A sentence that has complex ideas in it

• A sentence that contains an independent clause and a dependent clause

• A sentence that has two dependent clauses and no independent clause

• A sentence that is one independent clause and nothing else

Answer explanation

A complex sentence has at least two parts- an independent and dependent clause- that are often linked by words like "because," "for," or "so."

Write a complex sentence!

Which one is a dependent clause?

• Because it was cold

• She is happy.

• He ate pie.

• I depend on you.

Answer explanation

Dependent clauses aren't full sentences- they need an independent clause!

Which is the correct complex sentence structure?

• One independent clause
• One dependent clause
• An independent clause and a dependent clause
• A simple sentence with a subject and verb

What type of sentences should a paragraph have?

• Only simple sentences.

• Only complex sentences.

• A mix of simple and complex sentences.

• No sentences. Paragraphs shouldn't exist.

Answer explanation

Paragraphs should have a variety of sentences in order to make the paragraph more interesting and easier to read!

A ______ sentence is a sentence that only has an independent clause in it.