Fun with Simple Sentences

What is a simple sentence?

• A simple sentence contains multiple independent clauses.

• A simple sentence is a question that requires a yes or no answer.

• A simple sentence is a complex sentence with subordinate clauses.

• A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause.

Can a simple sentence have a subject?

• Only complex sentences can have a subject.

• No, a simple sentence cannot have a subject.

• A simple sentence must have multiple subjects.

• Yes, a simple sentence can have a subject.

Is 'The cat sleeps' a simple sentence?

• Yes, 'The cat sleeps' is a simple sentence.

• 'The cat sleeps' is a compound sentence.

• No, 'The cat sleeps' is not a simple sentence.

• 'The cat sleeps' is a complex sentence.

What is the verb in 'The dog barks'?

• the

• bark

• barks

• dog

Can a simple sentence be a question?

• Only complex sentences can be questions.

• Yes, a simple sentence can be a question.

• A simple sentence is always a statement.

• No, a simple sentence cannot be a question.

Is 'She runs fast' a simple sentence?

• Yes, but it has a complex structure

• No, it's a compound sentence

• Yes

• No, it contains multiple clauses

What does a simple sentence need to express?

• A phrase without a subject.

• A complete thought with a subject and predicate.

• A question with multiple answers.

• A statement that lacks clarity.

Can a simple sentence have an object?

• No, a simple sentence cannot have an object.

• Only complex sentences can have objects.

• Yes, a simple sentence can have an object.

• A simple sentence must always have an object.

Is 'I like ice cream' a simple sentence?

• Yes, but only if it has a subject

• Yes

• No, it's a compound sentence

• No, it contains multiple clauses

What is the subject in 'The bird sings'?

• The bird

• The dog

• The tree

• The cat