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6th Graders Grammar Test Building Sentences / Types of Sentences

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 2hrs 40mins

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Class
Date
1.

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

a)

The dog barked loudly, but the cat ran away.

b)

The sun rose in the east and set in the west.

c)

Although it was raining, the children still played outside.

d)

My friend and I went to the store, and we bought some snacks.

2.

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

a)

The flowers in the garden need watering every day.

b)

The car broke down, so we had to call a tow truck.

c)

After the movie ended, we went out for ice cream.

d)

He is a good student, but he struggles with math.

3.

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

a)

I enjoy playing tennis and basketball.

b)

She took a deep breath and jumped into the pool.

c)

Because I had to work late, I missed the meeting.

d)

My sister loves to read books and watch movies.

4.

Which of the following is an example of a compound-complex sentence?

a)

Although I wanted to go to the party, I had too much homework to do.

b)

The sun was shining, but it was still cold outside, so we wore jackets.

c)

The teacher handed out the tests, and the students began to work quietly, but one student kept talking.

d)

I went to the store, but I forgot my wallet, so I had to borrow money from my friend.

5.

Which type of sentence consists of one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses?

a)

Simple sentence

b)

Compound sentence

c)

Complex sentence

d)

Compound-complex sentence

6.

Which type of sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction?

a)

Simple sentence

b)

Compound sentence

c)

Complex sentence

d)

Compound-complex sentence

7.

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

a)

She ran to catch the bus, but she missed it.

b)

I like to eat pizza and pasta.

c)

He always studies hard before exams.

d)

They went to the beach and played in the sand.

8.

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

a)

The sky was blue, and the sun was shining brightly.

b)

The movie was long, but it was also very entertaining.

c)

When I woke up this morning, I felt very tired.

d)

The dog barked loudly, scaring the birds away.

9.

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

a)

Although she tried her best, she couldn't solve the math problem.

b)

The cat meowed loudly and rubbed against my leg.

c)

After dinner, we decided to take a walk in the park.

d)

I love to read books, watch movies, and listen to music.

10.

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

a)

My mom made chicken for dinner, and we all enjoyed it.

b)

Although it was raining, we still decided to go for a walk.

c)

She danced in the rain and laughed with joy.

d)

He likes to play soccer and basketball, but he's better at soccer.