Verb Phrases and Clauses Quiz

What is an example of a relative pronoun?

• Although

• If

• Who

• Because

Which of the following is NOT a subordinating conjunction?

• Unless

• While

• And

• Since

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence with one main clause

• A sentence with two or more main clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction

• A sentence with a dependent clause

• A sentence with a single subject and verb

Which coordinating conjunction can be used to join the clauses: "I want to go for a walk" and "it is raining"?

• Because

• But

• Although

• Since

What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

• To introduce a new topic

• To connect ideas of unequal importance

• To connect ideas of equal importance

• To end a sentence

Where can a subordinate clause appear in a complex sentence?

• At the start, middle, or end of the sentence

• Only at the start of the sentence

• Only at the end of the sentence

• Only in the middle of the sentence

What is the function of a subordinate clause in a complex sentence?

• To provide additional information

• To stand alone as a sentence

• To replace the main clause

• To confuse the reader

Which sentence function is used to ask a question?

• Declarative

• Interrogative

• Imperative

• Exclamative

Which sentence mood is used to give commands or make requests?

• Indicative

• Imperative

• Subjunctive

• Conditional

What auxiliary verb is commonly used in conditional sentences with the subjunctive?

• Will

• Can

• Would

• Shall