Mastering Sentence Structure with SWABIs and FANBOYs

Which of the following is NOT a fanboy?

• but

• since

• and

• for

What is the primary function of fanboys?

• To join words or independent clauses

• To end a sentence

• To join dependent clauses

• To start a sentence

Which of the following is a Swabbie?

• because

• but

• or

• and

What type of clause does a Swabbie create?

• Independent clause

• Dependent clause

• Compound clause

• Simple clause

How do Swabbies differ from Fanboys in sentence structure?

• Swabbies join equal parts, Fanboys join unequal parts

• Swabbies join unequal parts, Fanboys join equal parts

• Both join unequal parts

• Both join equal parts

Where should you never place a comma when using Swabbies?

• After the Swabbie

• Before the Swabbie

• At the end of the sentence

• In the middle of the sentence

What is a sentence fragment?

• A phrase missing a subject or verb

• A complete sentence

• A phrase with both subject and verb

• A compound sentence

How can you correct the sentence fragment: 'After the basketball game.'?

• Add an independent clause

• Remove the period

• Leave it as it is

• Add a comma

Which of the following sentences is correct?

• Since I know you're broke: my advice is free.

• Since I know you're broke; my advice is free.

• Since I know you're broke. My advice is free.

• Since I know you're broke, my advice is free.

What should you avoid to prevent sentence fragments?

• None of the above

• Both A and B

• Using a dependent clause by itself

• Starting a sentence with a fanboy