Compound and Complex Sentences Quiz

Which of the following is a compound sentence?

• Although it was raining, we decided to go hiking.

• I want to buy a new jacket, but it is too expensive.

• When she finishes her homework, she will join us for dinner.

• Because the weather was bad, the game was postponed.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Identify the complex sentence from the options below.

• She laughed and took a photo.

• After the rain stopped, the sun appeared.

• I like coffee, but my friend prefers tea.

• We went to the beach and played volleyball.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

What makes a sentence a compound sentence?

• It contains one independent clause.

• It contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

• It contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

• It uses a lot of descriptive language.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Choose the option that correctly combines the following sentences into a complex sentence: "The movie started. We arrived at the theater."

• The movie started when we arrived at the theater.

• The movie started, and we arrived at the theater.

• The movie started but we arrived at the theater.

• The movie started, so we arrived at the theater.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Which of the following is NOT a complex sentence?

• Because it was cold, she wore a jacket.

• He passed the test because he studied hard.

• They went to the park and played until dusk.

• If you save your money, you can buy a new game.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

What is the main difference between a compound and a complex sentence?

• A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

• A compound sentence uses conjunctions, while a complex sentence does not.

• A complex sentence can only have one verb, while a compound sentence can have more.

• A compound sentence is longer than a complex sentence.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Identify the sentence that correctly uses a subordinating conjunction to create a complex sentence.

• She was happy, so she laughed.

• Although he was tired, he finished his homework.

• He likes to read books, but he doesn't like to write.

• She went to the store and bought some bread.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Which sentence is a compound sentence?

• Before we go to the movie, let's grab some dinner.

• She is not only intelligent but also very kind.

• I tried to speak Spanish, and my friend tried to speak English.

• If you practice daily, you will get better at playing the piano.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Choose the complex sentence from the options below.

• She danced and sang at the same time.

• Because the cake was delicious, it disappeared quickly.

• He ran fast, but he missed the bus.

• They studied hard and passed the exam.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

What is a characteristic of a complex sentence?

• It must contain three or more independent clauses.

• It must contain a coordinating conjunction.

• It must contain at least one dependent clause and one independent clause.

• It cannot contain any conjunctions.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B