Types of sentence structures

What are the three main types of sentence structures?

• Simple, Compound, Complex

• Declarative, Interrogative, Exclamatory

• Active, Passive, Subjunctive

• Main, Subordinate, Relative

Which characteristic defines a simple sentence?

• It contains one independent clause.

• It contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

• It contains an independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.

• It expresses an incomplete thought.

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• Grace opened the door, and she looked outside.

• When he won the award, everyone cheered.

• The table and chairs need to be cleaned.

• He was hungry, so he ate.

How are compound sentences formed?

• By combining an independent clause with a dependent clause.

• By using a single subject and a single verb.

• By joining two or more independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction.

• By expressing a question or command.

Are you enjoying the video lesson?

• Yes

• No

What is the key characteristic of a complex sentence?

• It has only one subject and one verb.

• It consists of two or more independent clauses.

• It includes an independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

• It always ends with a question mark.