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Sentence Structure

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 1hrs 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Talked on the phone all night.
a)
Sentence 
b)
Fragment
2.
What two things make a sentence?
a)
Subject (noun) + Verb
b)
Subject + Noun
c)
Subject (noun) + Adjective
d)
Verb + Adverb
3.
Fill in the blank with the best coordinating conjunction: 
I want to sleep in, _____ I have to go to school. 
a)
or
b)
but
c)
nor
d)
and
4.
Does this sentence need a comma?
The boy ran down the street and scratched his knee.
a)
Yes
b)
No
5.
Does this sentence need a comma?
I want to go to Nashville this summer and I want to go to New York this Christmas.
a)
Yes
b)
No
6.
Is the following a complete sentence or a sentence fragment?
Moved from camp to camp.
a)
Sentence
b)
Sentence Fragment
7.
Is the following a complete sentence or a sentence fragment?
Some people call any bad-tempered horse a bronco.
a)
Sentence
b)
Sentence Fragment
8.
Identify the simple predicate:
Cardinals nest in our yard every spring.
a)
Cardinals
b)
Nest
c)
Yard
d)
Spring
9.
Identify the simple subject: 
The nail had punctured the right front tire.
a)
Nail
b)
Punctured
c)
right
d)
tire
10.
Find the subject: John looked out of the window to check the sky. 
a)
John
b)
John looked
c)
John looked out
11.
Is the following sentence a Simple Sentence or Compound Sentence?
I decided I really wanted to eat a pumpkin muffin, so I drove to the store to buy one. 
a)
Simple Sentence 
b)
Compound Sentence 
12.

Is the following sentence a Simple Sentence or a Compound Sentence?

" I went surfing during my summer vacation to California. "

a)

Simple Sentence

b)

Compound Sentence

13.
A compound sentence is split by...
a)
a comma and conjunction
b)
just a conjunction
c)
just a comma
d)
a subordination conjunction
14.
Which of these is a compound sentence?
a)
Ms. Krieg won American Idol and was very happy. 
b)
Mr. Adam's was kicked out in the first round, so he went home and ate a ton of ice cream.
15.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: "I need sugar butter and eggs from the grocery."        

a)

I need sugar butter, and eggs from the grocery.

b)

I need sugar, butter, and eggs from the grocery.

c)

I need sugar, butter and eggs from the grocery.

d)

I need, sugar, butter and eggs from the grocery.

16.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: I took Angie the one with the freckles to the movie last night.

a)

I took, Angie the one with the freckles to the movie last night.

b)

I took Angie, the one with the freckles, to the movie last night.

c)

I took Angie the one with the freckles, to the movie last night.

d)

I took Angie, the one with the freckles to the movie last night.

17.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: Ophelia is picking up the food, I am making the sandwiches.

a)

Ophelia, is picking up the food, I am making the sandwiches.

b)

Ophelia is picking up the food I am making the sandwiches.

c)

Ophelia is picking up the food; I am making the sandwiches.

d)

Ophelia is picking up the food and I am making the sandwiches.

18.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: If you want to work here send us your resume.

a)

If, you, want to work here send us your resume.

b)

If you want to, work here send us your resume.

c)

If you want to work here send, us, your resume.

d)

If you want to work here, send us your resume.

19.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: He told me "don't pick a fight with strangers." 

a)

He told me; "don't pick a fight with strangers."

b)

He, told me "don't pick a fight with strangers."

c)

He told, me "don't pick a fight with strangers.

d)

He told me, "don't pick a fight with strangers."

20.

This sentence is a fragment: The baseball teams in the National League. 

a)

True

b)

False

21.

This sentence is a fragment: "I ate ten cookies."

a)

True

b)

False

22.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: My favorite team is the Cowboys but she will never root for them. 

a)

My, favorite team, is the Cowboys but she will never root for them.

b)

My favorite team is the Cowboys but, she will never root for them.

c)

My favorite team is the Cowboys, but she will never root for them.

d)

My favorite team, is the Cowboys but she will never root for them.

23.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: She loves three things in life movies, nature, and books. 

a)

She loves three things, in life, movies, nature, and books.

b)

She loves three things in life. Movies, nature, and books.

c)

She loves three things in life: movies, nature, and books.

d)

She loves, three things, in life movie nature and books.

24.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: Denise prefers to eat chicken or fish I'm a vegetarian. 

a)

Denise prefers to eat chicken or fish; I'm a vegetarian.

b)

Denise prefers to eat chicken, or fish, I'm a vegetarian.

c)

Denise prefers to eat chicken or fish, I'm a vegetarian.

d)

Denise prefers to eat chicken or fish I'm, a vegetarian.

25.

This is a sentence fragment: Playing poker from midnight to morning. 

a)

True

b)

False

26.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: She walks her dog everyday so they both get good exercise. 

a)

She walks her dog everyday so, they both get good exercise.

b)

She walks her dog everyday, So they both get good exercise.

c)

She walks her, dog, everyday so they both get good exercise.

d)

She walks her dog everyday, so they both get good exercise.

27.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: My Ford Taurus which needs constant attention is broken down again. 

a)

My Ford Taurus, which needs constant attention is broken down again.

b)

My Ford Taurus, which needs constant attention, is broken down again.

c)

My Ford Taurus which needs constant attention, is broken down again.

d)

My, Ford, Taurus which needs constant attention is broken down again.

28.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: Because George loves movies I bought him a gift certificate to AMC. 

a)

Because George love's movies, I bought him a gift certificate to AMC.

b)

Because George loves' movies I bought him a gift certificate to AMC.

c)

Because George loves movies, I bought him a gift certificate to AMC.

d)

Because George loves, movies, I bought him a gift certificate to AMC.

29.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: Before you accuse me of theft you should check the facts. 

a)

Before you, accuse me, of theft you should check the facts.

b)

Before you accuse, me of theft, you should check the facts.

c)

Before you accuse me of theft, you should check the facts.

d)

Before, you, accuse me of theft, you should check the facts.

30.

Revise this sentence so that it is grammatically correct: He loves to run she loves to hike. 

a)

He loves to run; she loves to hike.

b)

He loves to run she, loves to hike.

c)

He loves to run; She loves to hike.

d)

He loves, to run, she loves, to hike.

31.

This is a run-on sentence: The girls watched television and played tag. 

a)

False

b)

True

32.

This is a comma splice: Steve drove all night to Denver, the city and its morning sun greeted him warmly. 

a)

True

b)

False

33.

Choose the corrected answer: I love to go shopping however I spend more money than I should.

a)

I love to go shopping; however, I spend more money than I should.

b)

I love to go shopping however, I spend more money than I should.

c)

I love to go shopping; However, I spend more money than I should.

d)

I love to go shopping: however I spend more money than I should.

34.

What is an independent clause? 

a)

A simple sentence that can stand on its own. 

b)

A compound sentence. 

c)

It has a subject and verb but does not make sense on its own. 

35.

What is true about a dependent clause? Choose all that apply!

a)

It starts with an AWUBIS.

b)

It has a subject and verb but does not make sense on its own. 

c)

It needs an independent clause to help it make sense.

36.

Which part of the following is the dependent clause: While 4th period is staging a Joe rebellion, nobody is actually named Joe.

a)

While 4th period is staging a Joe rebellion

b)

nobody is actually named Joe.

c)

Neither

37.

Where should the comma be placed in the following sentence? Because softball is such a fun sport many people joined the team.

a)

Because, softball is such a fun sport many people joined the team.

b)

Because softball is such a fun sport, many people joined the team.

c)

Because softball is such a fun sport many, people joined the team.

38.

Where should the comma be placed in the following sentence: Jesus became happier after Jake transferred to 6th period.

a)

Jesus became happier after, Jake transferred to 6th period.

b)

Jesus, became happier after Jake transferred to 6th period.

c)

No comma needed because the AWUBIS is in the middle. 

39.

How could you combine these two simple sentence to create a grammatically-correct complex sentence? Ethan and Miguel are amazing individuals. They make a strong team.

4 lines
40.

On a scale of 1-5, to what extent do you think you understand complex sentences? 

a)

I don't think I understand. 

b)

I think I understand. 

c)

I know I've got this! 

41.

Although the memories of his grandma brought sadness, he could still look back with fondness.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

42.

He kept his strength up through it all.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

43.

The recipe called for bell peppers, ground beef, onions, and an assortment of spices.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

44.

She was not fond of her coworker, so she avoided her and treated her as if she didn't exist.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

45.

Since the song strikes a nerve, Peggy immediately changes the station when "Love Shack" begin to play, but Dennis finds humor is purposefully humming the song.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

46.

He could get better grades if he would study a little more.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

47.

In April, the best week of all is the week of Spring Break.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

48.

Jumping to conclusions is a good way to make a fool of yourself; however, some people don't realize that.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

49.

I wish Heaven had a phone since my dad passed away.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

50.

It is very important to remember to hydrate yourself while you are playing sports; if not, you could suffer dehydration.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound Complex

51.

Because we couldn't sleep, we drove all night to Las Vegas, and then we lost all of our money.

a)

Simple

b)

Complex

c)

Compound-Complex

d)

Compound

52.
When I play a Quizizz quiz, I have to remain focused.
a)
simple sentence
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
compound complex sentence
53.

I like playing Quizizz quizzes, but I don't like losing.

a)

simple sentence

b)

complex sentence

c)

compound sentence

d)

compound complex sentence

54.
I need to finish writing this story, but I'd rather read this book.
a)
simple sentence
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
compound-complex sentence
55.

Bobby ran home.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

56.

Christian will attend college after he graduates from high school.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

57.

After school, I plan on catching up on sleep.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

58.

Charlie wanted to ride his bike once he finished cleaning his room.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

59.

Trish loves to snowboard; she is really good at it.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

60.

I want to get a puppy, coffee, and a Target gift card for Christmas.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

61.

This type of sentence structure has one independent clause.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

62.

This type of sentence structure includes two independent clauses usually combined with a comma and a FANBOY or a semicolon.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

63.

This type of sentence structure includes one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

64.

This type of sentence structure includes two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

65.

A __________ sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

66.

A ___________ sentence is a sentence with multiple independent clauses and no dependent clauses.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

67.

A _________ sentence is a single independent clause without any dependent clauses.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

68.

A _________ sentence has two or more independent clauses joined with a conjunction & at least one dependent clause.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

69.

A group of words with a subject and predicate that do not form a complete thought is a ___________ clause.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

70.

A group of words with one subject and one predicate that form a complete thought is a __________ clause.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

71.

FANBOYS

a)

for, and, nor, by, of, yet, so

b)

for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so

c)

for, any, no, but, of, yet, so

d)

for, any, nor, by, or, yet, so

72.

Marker words like since, while, and if typically identify an independent clause.

a)

True

b)

False

73.

Since he prefers to read, Ramon went to the library.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

74.

Angela and Marco want to go to the mall, but they do not have any money.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

75.

The tree toppled because its trunk was rotten.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

76.

Before it gets too late, we need to walk the dog, but I can’t find her leash anywhere.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

77.

Rosie is a great chef, and, luckily, her husband has a big appetite.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

78.

After school, Lamount enjoys running to Starbucks.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

d)

Compound-Complex

79.
David wanted a camera, and he was determined to buy one when he had the money.  
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
80.

Do you have any change?

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

81.

After Damien ran the marathon, his muscles locked, and he was unable to walk for three days.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

82.
You need to study since the test is tomorrow.
a)
Simple Sentence
b)
Compound Sentence
c)
Complex Sentence
83.

Whenever my cat meows, my dog chases after her.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

84.

Josephine sold her broken computer, and she used the money to buy a new one.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

85.

Because we couldn't sleep, we drove all night to Las Vegas, and then we lost all of our money.

a)

Simple

b)

Complex

c)

Compound-Complex

d)

Compound

86.
When I play a Quizizz quiz, I have to remain focused.
a)
simple sentence
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
compound complex sentence
87.

I like playing Quizizz quizzes, but I don't like losing.

a)

simple sentence

b)

complex sentence

c)

compound sentence

d)

compound complex sentence

88.
If I don't read carefully, I often make mistakes on my work.
a)
simple sentence
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
compound complex sentence
89.
Whenever it rained, Kerry thought of her home in Ireland, and she worried about her mother.
a)
Simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
90.
Although it was sunny, the woods were dark, and Sue stumbled down the hill.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
91.
I need to finish writing this story, but I'd rather read this book.
a)
simple sentence
b)
complex sentence
c)
compound sentence
d)
compound-complex sentence
92.
Before he knew it, the winter was over, and tiny buds began to sprout on the trees.
a)
simple
b)
compound
c)
complex
d)
compound-complex
93.

When the stars are visible, my family goes camping in the backyard.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

94.

After we ate lunch, my brother and I played outside.

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

95.
What words correctly complete the statement below?
____________  ___________ or main clause has it own subject and verb, and can stand alone.
a)
Independent clause
b)
Dependent clause
c)
Subordinate clause
96.

What type of sentence contains an independent clause and at least one dependent clause?

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

97.

A compound sentence is two simple sentences joined by

a)

a subordinating conjunction

b)

a dependent clause

c)

a coordinating conjunction (fanboys)

d)

a comma

98.

Jayda organized the festival, and Mark called all the bands.

a)

simple sentence

b)

compound sentence

c)

complex sentence

d)

compound-complex sentence

99.

Bobby ran home.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

100.

Christian will attend college after he graduates from high school.

a)

simple

b)

compound

c)

complex

d)

compound-complex

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