Understanding Complex Sentences

Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?

• The cat sat on the mat.

• Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

• She likes apples and oranges.

• The sun is shining brightly.

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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 complex sentence from the options below:

• I will call you when I arrive at the airport.

• The dog barked loudly.

• She is reading a book.

• They went to the park.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

Which sentence contains a dependent clause?

• The flowers are blooming.

• If you finish your homework, you can watch TV.

• He runs every morning.

• The cake is delicious.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Choose the sentence that is a complex sentence:

• She danced gracefully.

• Because he was tired, he went to bed early.

• The car is red.

• They are playing soccer.

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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 a complex sentence?

• The teacher explained the lesson.

• After the movie ended, we went for dinner.

• The sky is blue.

• She sings beautifully.

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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 complex sentence:

• The book is on the table.

• When the bell rings, the students leave the classroom.

• He is a good swimmer.

• The pizza is hot.

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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 complex sentence?

• The bird is chirping.

• If it rains tomorrow, we will stay indoors.

• She is wearing a red dress.

• The coffee is cold.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Choose the complex sentence from the following:

• The train is late.

• Although she was nervous, she gave a great speech.

• He likes to play basketball.

• The water is clear.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

Identify the complex sentence:

• The sun sets in the west.

• Before the show starts, let's grab some snacks.

• The dog is friendly.

• She is a talented artist.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?

• The stars are shining.

• Since it was late, we decided to go home.

• He is watching TV.

• The grass is green.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E