Sentence Structure Quiz

What is a common feature of a dependent clause?

• It can stand alone as a sentence.

• It usually begins with a subordinate word.

• It contains a subject and a verb.

• It expresses a complete thought.

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence with one independent clause

• A sentence with two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction

• A sentence with two dependent clauses

• A sentence with one independent and one dependent clause

What does FANBOYS stand for in grammar?

• Types of sentences

• Coordinating conjunctions

• Types of clauses

• Punctuation marks

Which coordinating conjunction is used in the sentence: "They rushed to the hospital, ___ they were too late."?

• And

• But

• For

• Or

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: "I was feeling hungry, ___ I made myself a sandwich."

• So

• Nor

• And

• Yet

Which coordinating conjunction would best fit the sentence: "I wanted to go for a walk, ___ it started raining."?

• And

• But

• Or

• Nor

In a complex sentence, which clause can stand alone?

• Dependent clause

• Independent clause

• Both clauses

• Neither clause

Which clause in a complex sentence needs additional information to make sense?

• Independent clause

• Dependent clause

• Both clauses

• Neither clause

What is the role of an independent clause in a complex sentence?

• To provide a question

• To stand alone as a complete thought

• To always follow the dependent clause

• To always precede the dependent clause

In a complex sentence, what does the dependent clause usually start with?

• A noun

• A conjunction

• A verb

• An adjective