What type of sentence variation beginning was used in this example?

Starting with a PARTICIPLE (-ing /-ed) phrase

Starting a sentence with an adjective/adverb

Starting with a DEPENDENT CLAUSE

What is a simple sentence?

A simple sentence contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

A simple sentence contains two independent clauses and one dependent clause.

A simple sentence contains one dependent clause and no independent clauses.

A simple sentence contains two dependent clauses and no independent clauses.

Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?

Although I like to read books, I don't have much time.

I like to read books, and I also enjoy writing.

I like to read books, but I don't have much time, so I read on weekends.

What is the main purpose of varying sentence structure in writing?

To make the text more engaging and emphasize important points

Choose the sentence that uses a prepositional phrase at the beginning.

Running quickly, she caught the bus.

I went to the store to buy milk.

Which sentence is an example of a compound-complex sentence?

Although it was raining, I went for a walk, and I got wet.

I went to the store, and I bought some milk.

She likes to read books, but she doesn't have much time.

What is a dependent clause?

A clause that cannot stand alone as a sentence

A clause that can stand alone as a sentence

A clause that contains two independent clauses

A clause that contains a subject but no verb

Which of the following sentences is a simple sentence?

I like to read books, and I also enjoy writing.

Although I like to read books, I don't have much time.

I like to read books, but I don't have much time, so I read on weekends.

What is the effect of using varied sentence lengths in writing?

It helps to maintain the reader's interest and create rhythm.

It makes the writing monotonous.

It makes the writing appear more formal.

Choose the sentence that starts with a participle phrase.

Running quickly, she caught the bus.

I went to the store to buy milk.

Which sentence is an example of a compound sentence?

I went to the store, and I bought some milk.

Although it was raining, I went for a walk.

She likes to read books, but she doesn't have much time.

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

To join two independent clauses

To introduce a dependent clause

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L.7.1B, L.5.1E, L.7.1A

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MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is a compound-complex sentence?

A compound-complex sentence is essentially a compound sentence with a dependent clause.

A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

A compound-complex sentence contains at least two dependent clauses

A compound-complex sentence is a chemically reacted lab claw that is very intricate and unique.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

As soon as I wake up, I make myself a cup of coffee.

Simple-Sentence

Compound-Sentence

Complex Sentence

Compound-Complex Sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

When I eat breakfast, I usually eat really quickly because I'm super hungry.

Simple-Sentence

Compound-Sentence

Complex Sentence

Compound-Complex Sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Before I get ready for bed, I have to make sure that everything is prepared for the next day, then I can brush my teeth and lay down.

Simple-Sentence

Compound-Sentence

Complex Sentence

Compound-Complex Sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is a compound sentence?

A compound sentence contains only one independent clause, combined with a comma and/or coordinating conjunction

A compound sentence contains at least two dependent clauses, combined with a comma and/or coordinating conjunction.

A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses, combined with a comma/conjunction

A compound sentence contains claws..claws.....so many claws!!

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CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

When the price of dragon fruit increases again, I will no longer be able to enjoy them as often.

Simple-Sentence

Compound-Sentence

Complex Sentence

Compound-Complex Sentence

Tags

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

CCSS.L.9-10.2A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Choose the Compound-Complex Sentence

There is nothing better than sleep, not even existence itself.

When I am finally able to rest my head after a long day, I am struck by the vast wonder and diversity of the world; it is amazing to me all of the people and opportunities that exist out there.

Finally, after a long day, I am able to rest my head on a comfy pillow.

"The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night's sleep." –E. Joseph Cossman

Tags

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

As soon as I wake up, I make myself a cup of coffee.

When I eat breakfast, I usually eat really quickly because I'm super hungry.

Before I get ready for bed, I have to make sure that everything is prepared for the next day, then I can brush my teeth and lay down.

What is a compound sentence?

When the price of dragon fruit increases again, I will no longer be able to enjoy them as often.

Choose the Compound-Complex Sentence

Experienced writers incorporate sentence variety into their writing by varying sentence style and structure. Using a mixture of different sentence structures reduces repetition and adds emphasis to important points in the text.

Is this statement true or false?

What type of sentence variation beginning was used in this example?

Because I wake up hungry, I usually eat my breakfast really fast.

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What is a compound-complex sentence?

As soon as I wake up, I make myself a cup of coffee.

When I eat breakfast, I usually eat really quickly because I'm super hungry.

Before I get ready for bed, I have to make sure that everything is prepared for the next day, then I can brush my teeth and lay down.

What is a compound sentence?

When the price of dragon fruit increases again, I will no longer be able to enjoy them as often.

Choose the Compound-Complex Sentence

Experienced writers incorporate sentence variety into their writing by varying sentence style and structure. Using a mixture of different sentence structures reduces repetition and adds emphasis to important points in the text. Is this statement true or false?

What type of sentence variation beginning was used in this example?

Because I wake up hungry, I usually eat my breakfast really fast.

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Experienced writers incorporate sentence variety into their writing by varying sentence style and structure. Using a mixture of different sentence structures reduces repetition and adds emphasis to important points in the text.

Is this statement true or false?