Exploring Complex Sentences

The video tutorial introduces complex sentences, explaining that they consist of a dependent clause and an independent clause. It provides examples to illustrate the structure and function of complex sentences. The tutorial also guides viewers on identifying independent and dependent clauses, emphasizing the role of subordinating conjunctions. Additional examples are provided for practice, and the importance of punctuation in complex sentences is highlighted.

What is a complex sentence composed of?

• A dependent clause and an independent clause

• Two independent clauses

• An independent clause and a phrase

• Two dependent clauses

Which of the following is an independent clause?

• Although Master ugu chose Po

• Because he was hungry

• Po used his dumpling skills against Master Shifu

• When he escaped from jail

Why can't dependent clauses stand alone?

• They are questions

• They are too short

• They are not complete thoughts

• They are too complex

Identify the dependent clause: 'Because Po believed in himself, he defeated Taon.'

• Po believed in himself

• He defeated Taon

• Because Po believed in himself

• Defeated Taon

Which subordinating conjunction is used in the sentence: 'When Master Shifu trained Po, he used food as a reward.'?

• When

• Because

• If

• Although

What punctuation is necessary when starting a complex sentence with a dependent clause?

• Colon

• Comma

• Semicolon

• Period

Which of the following sentences starts with a dependent clause?

• The furious five teamed up to fight Ty Long.

• When Master Shifu trained Po, he used food as a reward.

• Tigress wanted to be the Dragon Warrior.

• Po used his dumpling skills against Master Shifu.

What is the role of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence?

• To end a sentence

• To replace a noun

• To introduce a dependent clause

• To join two independent clauses

Which of the following is NOT a subordinating conjunction?

• Because

• When

• And

• Although

What is the correct way to structure a complex sentence starting with a dependent clause?

• Dependent clause, independent clause

• Independent clause, dependent clause

• Dependent clause; independent clause

• Independent clause; dependent clause