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First composition asynchronous activity

Total questions: 87

Worksheet time: 1hrs 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Gabby likes to read in her free time.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

2.

Because they were late, Angie and David ran, and they burst through the doors to their seats.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

3.

Alejandra likes peanut M&M's, and Jhojan likes plain.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

4.

As long as Juliana had a book, she didn't care if her friends weren't there.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

5.

Joseph likes history, but he also likes science because it challenges him.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

6.

The dog ran around the fence because his leash broke.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

7.

Manuela likes to read books about realistic things.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

8.

Since Emanuel was grounded, he couldn't see or answer any texts, and he felt isolated.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

9.

Although her mom said no, Mariana turned on Netflix anyway.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

10.

Sebastian loved to fish and Tatiana hated seafood.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

11.

Is this sentence punctuated correctly?


Since I was already late I didn't even go.

a)

Yes

b)

No

12.

Is this sentence punctuated correctly?


He was running and he couldn't catch her.

a)

Yes

b)

No

13.

Is this sentence punctuated correctly?


I sat down beside Sophie because she looked sad.

a)

Yes

b)

No

14.

Is this sentence punctuated correctly?


I like school because it's fun.

a)

Yes

b)

No

15.

Which of these is a subordinate conjunction?

a)

for

b)

and

c)

since

d)

but

16.

Thomas believed in the system, and he knew that justice would prevail after the murderer was sent to jail.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-complex

17.

Though she got a B.

a)

Dependent Clause.

b)

Independent Clause.

18.

Because she was nice.

a)

Dependent Clause.

b)

Independent Clause.

19.

I just passed this quiz!

a)

Dependent Clause.

b)

Independent Clause.

20.

Is this sentence punctuated correctly?


Since I was there, I sat down, and I began to work.

a)

Yes

b)

No

21.

Darcy stayed home from school on Friday.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

22.

Lisa got sent to the principal's office because she was late

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

23.

Although it was raining and the roads were slippery, we decided to go for a bike ride.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

24.

Our class made $25 at the fund-raiser, and we're going to donate it to the food bank.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

25.

If you want to go to the mall, you'll have to clean your room.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

26.

I wanted to play the drums, but my teacher wants me to play the trombone because there are too many drummers already.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

27.

After much deliberation, I decided to be a fireman.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

28.

I want a new car; however, I don't have the money.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

29.

When I graduate I want to go to college, but first I want to travel.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

30.

If I want to get a good grade, I'll have to study more, take better notes, and improve my concentration.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

31.

I batted third in the lineup, and I hit a home run which helped us win the game.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

32.

I have a lot of trouble with math which makes it difficult to get into college.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

33.

Katie is an incredible artist; Jamyia is too.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

34.

During snack, Davis often shares food with his classmates, but no one ever says thank you.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

35.

Although she knew she was lost, Ereuna was not afraid.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

36.

Katelyn and Taniya danced and whistled in the lunch line.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

37.

Ja'Mykal does not enjoy sitting between Emily and Cecilia because they tell him to stop talking.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

38.

If Camden had not been distracted by the squirrel, he would have caught the ball, and his team would have won the game.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

39.

When Arionna went to bat in the 4th inning, she smacked the ball to right field and knocked a bird out of a tree.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

40.

Both Everardo and Ja'Quavian are kind and mannerly; they are true gentlemen.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

41.

Because Calaia always organizes Mrs. Robinson's Chromebook cart, she received a surprise.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

42.

Miles' MLA formatted essay really impressed Mr. Silmon, our new science teacher.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

43.
Until the sun sets
a)
Phrase
b)
Clause
44.

During the storm

a)

phrase

b)

clause

45.

Through Spain and Italy

a)

phrase

b)

clause

46.

Under the big tent

a)

phrase

b)

clause

47.

After our yard was flooded

a)

phrase

b)

clause

48.

What is a clause?

a)

has a subject and verb combination and has a complete thought

b)

without a subject and verb combination and does not have a complete thought

49.

What is a phrase?

a)

has a subject and verb combination and has a complete thought

b)

without a subject and verb combination and does not have a complete thought

50.

The following statement is a phrase: She went to the beach.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

The following statement is a clause: I want to go home.

a)

True

b)

False

52.

The following statement is a phrase: trying to get likes on Instagram

a)

True

b)

False

53.

Does the following statement have a subject and verb? a one-man band

a)

Yes it has both

b)

No, it is missing a verb

c)

No, it is missing a subject

d)

No, it is missing both

54.

Does the following statement have a subject and a verb? my girlfriend loves me

a)

Yes, it has both

b)

No, it is missing a verb

c)

No, it is missing a subject

d)

No, it is missing both

55.

Independent or Dependent Clause?: although you’ve never paid me back

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

56.

Independent or Dependent Clause?: because I believe in you

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

57.

Is the underlined section of the sentence Independent or Dependent: Since I value our friendship, you need to know I love you

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

58.

Is the underlined section of the sentence Independent or Dependent: Once you Venmo me money, I can buy our Sixers tickets.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

59.

Is the underlined section of the sentence Independent or Dependent: Because I believe in you, I know you will succeed.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

60.
Phrases are a group of related words that do not have both a subject and verb. They do not express a complete thought and are used as different parts of speech (prepositions, verb phrases, appositives, etc.)
a)
True
b)
False
61.
Clauses have a subject AND verb and can be broken down into:
1. Independent Clauses
2. Dependent/Subordinate Clauses
a)
True
b)
False
62.
Independent clauses express a complete thought and can stand alone as a sentence.
a)
True
b)
False
63.
Dependent/Subordinate clauses do not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence. If you read it, you will find that you need more information (so what? who cares?).
Dependent/Subordinate clauses will begin with an ON A WHITE BUS word.
a)
True
b)
False
64.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

After the concert
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
65.
A good rule of thumb to see if you have a clause is to check for a subject AND a verb. Then you can decide if it independent or subordinate/dependent from there.
a)
True
b)
False
66.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

Before class ends
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
67.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

The mascot jumped through a flaming hoop
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
68.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

Following the field trip 
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
69.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

Because it rained yesterday
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
70.
Read the following group of words and identify it as a phrase, independent clause, or dependent/subordinate clause.

Monday is the worst day of the week
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
71.
Read the following sentence carefully and identify the part in red as a phrase, independent clause, or subordinate/dependent clause.
Although math makes me nervous, I did well on my test.
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
72.
Read the following sentence carefully and identify the part in red as a phrase, independent clause, or subordinate/dependent clause.
The dog chased the mailman even though he had dog treats. 
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
73.
Read the following sentence carefully and identify the part in red as a phrase, independent clause, or subordinate/dependent clause.
The dog ran through the gate to get to the mailman. 
a)
Phrase
b)
Independent Clause
c)
Dependent/Subordinate Clause
74.
Read the following sentence and identify the INDEPENDENT CLAUSE only.
John runs while Jim skates in the park.
a)
While Jim skates.
b)
John runs.
c)
In the park.
75.
Read the following sentence and identify the DEPENDENT/SUBORDINATE CLAUSE only.
Even though I am thirteen, my parents will not let me see violent movies.
a)
My parents will,
b)
Not let me see,
c)
Even though I am thirteen,
d)
My parents will not let me see violent movies.
76.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


The facts that instructors teach in math classes can be useful in practical problems.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

77.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


Although Gene wants wants to paint his room, he needs to buy paint first.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

78.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


He must figure the wall area so that he will buy the right of paint.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

79.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


First he measures the lenth of each wall and the height of the room.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

80.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


Then he measures the windows and doors, which do not need to be painted.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

81.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


Gene calculates the area of the total wall space, and then he subtracts the area of the windows and doors.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

82.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


When they use calculators or computers, most people can do the math easily.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

83.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


Before you can multiply or subtract, you must decide which numbers to use.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

84.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


When he was younger, Gene learned the formulas in his grade school math classes.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

85.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


He won't waste money if he measures and calculates correctly.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

86.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


When Lindy took up knitting, she started with a scarf.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.

87.

Which kind of clause is underlined in the sentence below?


After dinner, John washed the dishes and took out the trash.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

c)

It's not a clause; it's a phrase.