Understanding Dependent and Complex Sentences

The video tutorial explains the difference between compound and complex sentences. It provides examples and instructions on how to transform compound sentences into complex ones by using subordinating conjunctions. The tutorial also highlights common mistakes and offers practice exercises to reinforce learning.

What is the main difference between a compound and a complex sentence?

• Compound sentences are longer than complex sentences.

• Compound sentences have two independent clauses; complex sentences have one independent and one dependent clause.

• Compound sentences have one independent clause; complex sentences have two independent clauses.

• Compound sentences use subordinating conjunctions; complex sentences use coordinating conjunctions.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a compound sentence?

• It starts with a subordinating conjunction.

• It uses a coordinating conjunction.

• It contains a dependent clause.

• It has no conjunctions.

What is a key feature of an independent clause?

• It cannot stand alone.

• It requires a subordinating conjunction.

• It can stand alone as a sentence.

• It always starts with 'because'.

Which of the following is a compound sentence?

• I like apples, but she likes oranges.

• If you study, you will pass the test.

• Because it was raining, we stayed inside.

• Although it was cold, we went outside.

What makes a sentence complex?

• It is longer than a compound sentence.

• It includes a dependent clause.

• It uses a coordinating conjunction.

• It has two independent clauses.

Which sentence is an example of a complex sentence?

• I went to the store and bought milk.

• The sun is shining and the birds are singing.

• Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

• She likes coffee, but he prefers tea.

How can you convert a compound sentence into a complex sentence?

• By adding more independent clauses.

• By changing the subject of the sentence.

• By replacing the coordinating conjunction with a subordinating conjunction.

• By removing all conjunctions.

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

• To join two independent clauses.

• To introduce a dependent clause.

• To replace the subject of the sentence.

• To end the sentence.

Which subordinating conjunction can be used to create a complex sentence?

• Or

• Although

• But

• And

Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction correctly?

• I will go to the park, and it is sunny.

• She stayed home because she was tired.

• He likes pizza, but she likes pasta.

• They went to the beach or the mountains.