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WorksheetsVarying Sentence Structure
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a Dependent (subordinate) Clause?
A dependent clause cannot stand alone and is not a complete sentence. It must be attached to an independent clause to become complete.
A dependent clause is a complete sentence. It must be attached to another dependent clause to become complete.
A dependent clause is very lonely and just wants a friend
A dependent clause can stand alone as a sentence. It is a full sentence.
What is an Independent (Main) Clause?
An independent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence. It must be attached to a dependent clause to become a complete sentence.
An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence. It contains a subject and a verb and is a complete idea.
An independent clause is very lonely and just wants a sentence to attach to.
An independent claws is actually defined as the sharp claws frown on only one paw of a rabid dog.
What is a compound sentence?
A compound sentence contains only one independent clause, combined with a comma and/or coordinating conjunction
A compound sentence contains at least two dependent clauses, combined with a comma and/or coordinating conjunction.
A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses, combined with a comma/conjunction
A compound sentence contains claws..claws.....so many claws!!
What is a complex sentence?
A complex sentence contains at least one independent clause.
A complex sentence contains at least one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
A complex sentence contains at least one dependent clause.
A complex sentence is just like a compound sentence.
What is a compound-complex sentence?
A compound-complex sentence is essentially a compound sentence with a dependent clause.
A compound-complex sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.
A compound-complex sentence contains at least two dependent clauses
A compound-complex sentence is a chemically reacted lab claw that is very intricate and unique.
When the temperature drops below freezing.
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
The class went on a trip to the museum.
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
Because my weight has increased this year.
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
My parents came home early from their trip.
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
A dependent clause is a complete sentence and can stand alone as is.
True
False
An independent clause must be attached to a dependent clause in order to be a complete sentence.
True
False
I love to sleep in late.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
As soon as I wake up, I make myself a cup of coffee.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
My typical breakfast consists of hot, black coffee, over-easy eggs, and cold dragon fruit.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
When I eat breakfast, I usually eat really quickly because I'm super hungry.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
Because I wake up hungry, I usually eat my breakfast really fast.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
When the price of dragon fruit increases again, I will no longer be able to enjoy them as often.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
Before I get ready for bed, I have to make sure that everything is prepared for the next day, then I can brush my teeth and lay down.
Simple-Sentence
Compound-Sentence
Complex Sentence
Compound-Complex Sentence
Choose the Complex-Sentence
I brush my teeth and then I get ready for school.
When I wake up, I will stay in bed until 8:59am, then log in to class.
As soon as I wake up, I need to make sure I am prepared for the day.
I don't go to sleep, nor do I go to school; in fact, I simply exist as an infinite being, floating through the ether.
Choose the Compound-Complex Sentence
There is nothing better than sleep, not even existence itself.
When I am finally able to rest my head after a long day, I am struck by the vast wonder and diversity of the world; it is amazing to me all of the people and opportunities that exist out there.
Finally, after a long day, I am able to rest my head on a comfy pillow.
"The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night's sleep." –E. Joseph Cossman
