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Sentence Structure & Vocab List #2

Total questions: 132

Worksheet time: 2hrs 37mins

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Class
Date
1.

Identify the type of sentence: "Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

2.

Which of the following sentences is a compound sentence?

a)

She went to the store, but it was closed.

b)

Because it was raining, we stayed inside.

c)

The dog barked loudly.

3.

Choose the correct coordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "I wanted to go to the park, ___ it started to rain."

a)

because

b)

but

c)

although

4.

Identify the type of sentence: "The sun set, and the stars appeared."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

5.

Which sentence uses a subordinating conjunction?

a)

I like tea, and she likes coffee.

b)

Although it was late, he continued to work.

c)

She is tall, but her sister is short.

6.

Complete the sentence with a subordinating conjunction: "___ you finish your homework, you can watch TV."

a)

And

b)

Or

c)

If

7.

Identify the type of sentence: "She studied hard because she wanted to pass the exam."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

8.

Which of the following sentences is a simple sentence?

a)

The cat slept on the mat.

b)

The cat slept on the mat, and the dog watched.

c)

Although the cat slept, the dog watched.

9.

Choose the correct coordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "She was tired, ___ she went to bed early."

a)

because

b)

so

c)

although

10.

Identify the type of sentence: "Before the sun rises, the birds start singing."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

11.

Which sentence uses a coordinating conjunction?

a)

She was late because she missed the bus.

b)

He ran fast, but he missed the train.

c)

If you call me, I will come.

12.

Complete the sentence with a subordinating conjunction: "We will go hiking ___ the weather is nice."

a)

and

b)

or

c)

if

13.

Identify the type of sentence: "I will call you when I arrive."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

14.

Which of the following sentences is a compound sentence?

a)

I like coffee, and she likes tea.

b)

Although it was raining, we went outside.

c)

She was tired, so she went to bed.

15.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "___ he was tired, he finished his homework."

a)

And

b)

Or

c)

Although

16.

Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?

a)

The dog barked loudly.

b)

She was happy because she won the prize.

c)

He likes coffee, and she likes tea.

17.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "___ it was cold, we went for a walk."

a)

And

b)

Although

c)

But

18.

Identify the type of sentence: "He finished his work, and then he went home."

a)

Simple

b)

Compound

c)

Complex

19.

Dependent clauses are dependent because of the presence of a ...

a)

marker word (i.e.: because, after, before)

b)

conjunction (i.e.: but, and, yet)

c)

prepositional phrase

d)

verb used in the incorrect tense

20.

What does an independent clause need? Check all that apply.

a)

verb (simple predicate)

b)

interesting topic

c)

complete thought

d)

subject

21.

Which two are Dependent Clauses?


Since winter is coming, I think I'll knit a warm sweater, because I'm always cold.

a)

I think I'll knit a warm sweater

b)

because I'm always cold

c)

Since winter is coming

22.

Because I studied hard for my test.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

23.

What is the bracketed group of words? [Stomach acid is strong enough to dissolve stainless steel.]

a)

Not a clause

b)

Independent/Main Clause

c)

Dependent/Subordinate Clause

24.

Is the underlined portion an INDEPENDENT or DEPENDENT clause?:

I want to visit the zoo, but the weather forecast looks bad.

a)

Independent

b)

Dependent

25.

Read the following sentence:


We played on the beach until the sun set.


Choose which part of the sentence is the DEPENDENT clause.

a)

We played on the beach

b)

until the sun set.

26.

When my mother arrives.

a)

Dependent Clause

b)

Independent Clause

27.

A dependent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.

a)

True

b)

False

28.

A sentence will _________ have a dependent clause.

a)

always

b)

sometimes

c)

never

29.

Read the following sentence:


If Perry calls, please tell him I am on the way.


Choose which part of the sentence is the DEPENDENT clause.

a)

If Perry calls,

b)

please tell him I am on the way.

30.

What is the bracketed group of words? [This acid also attacks your stomach lining,] which protects itself by secreting an alkali bicarbonate solution.

a)

Not a clause

b)

Independent/Main Clause

c)

Dependent/Subordinate Clause

31.

Identify the underline clause:


Mary likes to drink milk but she always gets sick when she does

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

32.

Identify the underline clause:


Mary likes to drink milk but she always gets sick when she does.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

33.

Identify the underline clause:


Homer is a great baseball player because he had practiced very hard.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

34.

Identify the underline clause:


Homer is a great baseball player because he had practiced very hard.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

35.

Identify the underline clause:


Due to the fact that he is short, he will need to work a little harder to be a basketball player.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

36.

Identify the underline clause:


Due to the fact that he is short, he will need to work a little harder to be a basketball player.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

37.

Identify the underline clause:


I really enjoy playing video games; however, I do not have the time as my exams are nearing.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

38.

Identify the underline clause:


I really enjoy playing video games; however, I do not have the time as my exams are nearing.

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

39.

Identify the underline clause:


Tom reads novels; his friends read comics

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

40.

Identify the underline clause:


Tom reads novels; his friends read comics

a)

Independent clause because it is a complete sentence.

b)

Dependent clause because it is an incomplete sentence.

41.

as long as Sydney Crosby shows up to play

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

42.

hopefully they play better than their Wednesday performance

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

43.

although we only have four days of school next week

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

44.

whenever we take our time

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

45.

mrs. moschetta is looking forward to the weekend

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

46.

what are you going to do

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

47.

that gum you chewed last week

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

48.

since her dad needed to get his haircut

a)

Independent Clause

b)

Dependent Clause

49.

Independent or Dependent? Unless my dad comes home.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

50.

Independent or Dependent? I will have to make dinner.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

51.

Independent or Dependent? I am a good cook.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

52.

Independent or Dependent? Because I practice a lot.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

53.

Independent or Dependent? Whenever I see Pokemon players.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

54.

Independent or Dependent? If they take me with them.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

55.

Independent or Dependent? I’ll wear my favorite bowling shoes.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

56.

Independent or Dependent? She made brownies for our class!

a)

independent

b)

dependent

57.

Independent or Dependent? Although she made brownies for our class.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

58.

Independent or Dependent? She also made a chocolate cake.

a)

independent

b)

dependent

59.
A subordinating conjunction at the beginning of a sentence will require a comma after the first complete thought. 
a)
True
b)
False
60.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? Louisa will wash the sink full of her dirty dishes once her roommate Shelly cleans her globs of toothpaste from the bathroom sink.
a)
Yes
b)
No
61.
A subordinating conjunction makes a clause dependent. 
a)
True
b)
False
62.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? 
If you shoot at mimes should you use a silencer? 
a)
Yes
b)
No
63.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? Youth would be an ideal state if it came a little later in life
a)
Yes
b)
No
64.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? Keep your hand on the wound, until the nurse asks you to take it off
a)
Yes
b)
No
65.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? We wanted to ride the Ferris Wheel, but it broke down before we had bought our tickets.
a)
Yes
b)
No
66.
If there is an independent clause (complete sentence) after the FANBOYS, you need a comma.
a)
True
b)
False
67.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? I was cheered by the sight of children laughing and singing on the carousel.
a)
Yes
b)
No
68.
If the subordinating conjunction is in the middle of two independent clauses, no comma is needed.
a)
True
b)
False
69.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? I wanted to buy the giant stuffed dinosaur at the fair, but I hadn't won enough tickets. 
a)
Yes
b)
No 
70.
Sometimes the comma can go after a FANBOYS. 
a)
True
b)
False
71.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? I won’t take you to the rodeo, unless you’ve already finished your homework.
a)
Yes
b)
No
72.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? Dublin jumped onto the counter and snatched a piece of roasted chicken. 
a)
Yes
b)
No
73.
Is this sentence punctuated correctly? After he missed his train, Percy walked to work in the pouring rain. 
a)
Yes
b)
No
74.

Identify the correctly punctuated sentence with a dependent clause.

a)

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

b)

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

c)

We decided to go for a walk although, it was raining.

d)

We decided, although it was raining to go for a walk.

75.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

If you finish your homework early, you can watch TV.

b)

You can watch TV if, you finish your homework early.

c)

You can watch TV, if you finish your homework early.

d)

If, you finish your homework early you can watch TV.

76.

Select the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Because she was tired she went to bed early.

b)

She went to bed early because, she was tired.

c)

She went to bed early, because she was tired.

d)

Because she was tired, she went to bed early.

77.

Which sentence correctly punctuates the dependent clause?

a)

Unless you study hard you will not pass the exam.

b)

You will not pass the exam unless, you study hard.

c)

Unless you study hard, you will not pass the exam.

d)

You will not pass the exam, unless you study hard.

78.

Identify the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

When the bell rings, we will go to lunch.

b)

We will go to lunch when, the bell rings.

c)

We will go to lunch, when the bell rings.

d)

When the bell rings we will go to lunch.

79.

Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a dependent clause.

a)

If the weather is nice we will have a picnic.

b)

We will have a picnic if, the weather is nice.

c)

If the weather is nice, we will have a picnic.

d)

We will have a picnic, if the weather is nice.

80.

Select the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Although he was late he still made it to the meeting.

b)

He still made it to the meeting although, he was late.

c)

Although he was late, he still made it to the meeting.

d)

He still made it to the meeting, although he was late.

81.

Which sentence correctly punctuates the dependent clause?

a)

Since it was a holiday, the office was closed.

b)

The office was closed since, it was a holiday.

c)

The office was closed, since it was a holiday.

d)

Since it was a holiday the office was closed.

82.

Identify the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

After the movie ended we went out for dinner.

b)

We went out for dinner after, the movie ended.

c)

We went out for dinner, after the movie ended.

d)

After the movie ended, we went out for dinner.

83.

Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a dependent clause.

a)

If you need help, please let me know.

b)

Please let me know if, you need help.

c)

Please let me know, if you need help.

d)

If you need help please let me know.

84.

Select the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Because it was snowing, the school was closed.

b)

The school was closed because, it was snowing.

c)

The school was closed, because it was snowing.

d)

Because it was snowing the school was closed.

85.

Which sentence correctly punctuates the dependent clause?

a)

While the cake was baking, we prepared the frosting.

b)

We prepared the frosting while, the cake was baking.

c)

We prepared the frosting, while the cake was baking.

d)

While the cake was baking we prepared the frosting.

86.

Identify the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

If you are ready, we can start the meeting.

b)

We can start the meeting if, you are ready.

c)

We can start the meeting, if you are ready.

d)

If you are ready we can start the meeting.

87.

Choose the correctly punctuated sentence with a dependent clause.

a)

Since the project is due tomorrow, we need to work quickly.

b)

We need to work quickly since, the project is due tomorrow.

c)

We need to work quickly, since the project is due tomorrow.

d)

Since the project is due tomorrow we need to work quickly.

88.

Select the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Although the test was difficult, I managed to pass.

b)

I managed to pass although, the test was difficult.

c)

I managed to pass, although the test was difficult.

d)

Although the test was difficult I managed to pass.

89.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Even though it was late we continued working.

b)

We continued working even though, it was late.

c)

Even though it was late, we continued working.

d)

We continued working, even though it was late.

90.

Select the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

As soon as the sun set we lit the campfire.

b)

We lit the campfire as soon as, the sun set.

c)

As soon as the sun set, we lit the campfire.

d)

We lit the campfire, as soon as the sun set.

91.

Identify the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Before the show starts we should find our seats.

b)

We should find our seats before, the show starts.

c)

Before the show starts, we should find our seats.

d)

We should find our seats, before the show starts.

92.

Which sentence correctly punctuates the dependent clause?

a)

After the rain stopped we went outside to play.

b)

We went outside to play after, the rain stopped.

c)

After the rain stopped, we went outside to play.

d)

We went outside to play, after the rain stopped.

93.

Select the sentence that correctly uses punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Even if it is late we should finish the project.

b)

We should finish the project even if, it is late.

c)

Even if it is late, we should finish the project.

d)

We should finish the project, even if it is late.

94.

Identify the sentence with the correct punctuation for the dependent clause.

a)

Once the sun rises we will start our journey.

b)

We will start our journey once, the sun rises.

c)

Once the sun rises, we will start our journey.

d)

We will start our journey, once the sun rises.

95.

Identify the comma splice in the following sentence: "The sun is high, put on some sunscreen."

a)

The sun is high

b)

put on some sunscreen

c)

The sun is high, put on some sunscreen

d)

There is no comma splice

96.

Which of the following sentences is a run-on sentence?

a)

I love to read books they are very interesting.

b)

I love to read books- they are very interesting.

c)

I love to read books; they are very interesting.

d)

I love to read books because they are very interesting.

97.

Rewrite the following run-on sentence for clarity: "She loves to paint she does it every weekend."

a)

She loves to paint, she does it every weekend.

b)

She loves to paint; she does it every weekend.

c)

She loves to paint. She does it every weekend.

d)

She loves to paint and she does it every weekend.

98.

Which example of this sentence is written best? "The cat is sleeping. The cat is on the couch."

a)

The cat is sleeping, the cat is on the couch.

b)

The cat is sleeping on the couch.

c)

The cat is sleeping; the cat is on the couch.

d)

The cat is sleeping and the cat is on the couch.

99.

Identify the correct punctuation for the following sentence: "I went to the store I bought some milk."

a)

I went to the store and I bought some milk.

b)

I went to the store; I bought some milk.

c)

I went to the store, and I bought some milk.

d)

I went to the store. I bought some milk.

100.

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

a)

The dog barked loudly, it woke up the neighbors.

b)

The dog barked loudly; it woke up the neighbors.

c)

The dog barked loudly. It woke up the neighbors.

d)

The dog barked loudly because it woke up the neighbors.

101.

Correct the run-on sentence: "He finished his homework he went out to play."

a)

He finished his homework, he went out to play.

b)

He finished his homework so he went out to play.

c)

He finished his homework. He went out to play.

d)

He finished his homework, and he went out to play.

102.

Combine these sentences for the BEST sentence: "The movie was exciting. The movie was long."

a)

The movie was exciting, the movie was long.

b)

The movie was exciting and long.

c)

The movie was exciting; the movie was long.

d)

The movie was exciting, and the movie was long.

103.

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

a)

The cake was delicious, everyone wanted a second piece.

b)

The cake was delicious; everyone wanted a second piece.

c)

The cake was delicious. Everyone wanted a second piece.

d)

The cake was delicious because everyone wanted a second piece.

104.

Identify the comma splice in the following sentence: "The sun is high, put on some sunscreen."

a)

The sun is high

b)

put on some sunscreen

c)

The sun is high, put on some sunscreen

d)

There is no comma splice

105.

Which of the following sentences is a run-on sentence?

a)

I love to read books they are very interesting.

b)

I love to read books- they are very interesting.

c)

I love to read books; they are very interesting.

d)

I love to read books because they are very interesting.

106.

Rewrite the following run-on sentence for clarity: "She loves to paint she does it every weekend."

a)

She loves to paint, she does it every weekend.

b)

She loves to paint; she does it every weekend.

c)

She loves to paint. She does it every weekend.

d)

She loves to paint and she does it every weekend.

107.

Which example of this sentence is written best? "The cat is sleeping. The cat is on the couch."

a)

The cat is sleeping, the cat is on the couch.

b)

The cat is sleeping on the couch.

c)

The cat is sleeping; the cat is on the couch.

d)

The cat is sleeping and the cat is on the couch.

108.

Identify the correct punctuation for the following sentence: "I went to the store I bought some milk."

a)

I went to the store and I bought some milk.

b)

I went to the store; I bought some milk.

c)

I went to the store, and I bought some milk.

d)

I went to the store. I bought some milk.

109.

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

a)

The dog barked loudly, it woke up the neighbors.

b)

The dog barked loudly; it woke up the neighbors.

c)

The dog barked loudly. It woke up the neighbors.

d)

The dog barked loudly because it woke up the neighbors.

110.

Correct the run-on sentence: "He finished his homework he went out to play."

a)

He finished his homework, he went out to play.

b)

He finished his homework so he went out to play.

c)

He finished his homework. He went out to play.

d)

He finished his homework, and he went out to play.

111.

Combine these sentences for the BEST sentence: "The movie was exciting. The movie was long."

a)

The movie was exciting, the movie was long.

b)

The movie was exciting and long.

c)

The movie was exciting; the movie was long.

d)

The movie was exciting, and the movie was long.

112.

Which sentence contains a comma splice?

a)

The cake was delicious, everyone wanted a second piece.

b)

The cake was delicious; everyone wanted a second piece.

c)

The cake was delicious. Everyone wanted a second piece.

d)

The cake was delicious because everyone wanted a second piece.

113.

What is a simple sentence?

a)

A sentence that contains two or more independent clauses.

b)

A sentence that contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

c)

A sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

d)

A sentence that contains two independent clauses joined by a comma.

114.

Identify the error in the following sentence: "I went to the store, I bought some milk."

a)

Simple sentence

b)

Compound sentence

c)

Comma splice

d)

Run-on sentence

115.

Which of the following sentences is a compound sentence?

a)

Although it was raining, we went for a walk.

b)

I like apples, and my brother likes oranges.

c)

She runs every morning.

d)

Because he was tired, he went to bed early.

116.

Explain why the following sentence is a run-on sentence: "She loves to read she goes to the library every week."

a)

It contains two independent clauses without proper punctuation or conjunction.

b)

It contains a dependent clause without an independent clause.

c)

It is a simple sentence with a compound subject.

d)

It is a compound sentence with a subordinating conjunction.

117.

What is the role of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence?

a)

To join two independent clauses.

b)

To introduce a dependent clause.

c)

To separate items in a list.

d)

To end a sentence.

118.

Determine whether the following sentence is complex or compound: "Because it was raining, the game was canceled."

a)

Complex sentence

b)

Compound sentence

c)

Simple sentence

d)

Run-on sentence

119.

Create a complex sentence using the following clauses: "The sun set" and "we continued our hike."

a)

The sun set, and we continued our hike.

b)

We continued our hike because the sun set.

c)

Although the sun set, we continued our hike.

d)

The sun set; we continued our hike.

120.

What distinguishes an independent clause from a dependent clause?

a)

An independent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence.

b)

A dependent clause can stand alone as a sentence.

c)

An independent clause can stand alone as a sentence.

d)

A dependent clause contains a subject and a verb.

121.

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the following sentence: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it was too cold."

a)

I

b)

Wanted

c)

But

d)

Too

122.

Plan a sentence using both a coordinating and a subordinating conjunction.

a)

I went to the park, and I played soccer because it was sunny.

b)

Because it was sunny, I went to the park.

c)

I went to the park and played soccer.

d)

I went to the park because it was sunny.

123.

Which word best describes a situation where someone is feeling very sad and thoughtful?

a)

Tranquil

b)

Melancholy

c)

Immense

d)

Grimace

124.

What is the best term for a small amount of something that is left over after the rest has been used or sold?

a)

Tangent

b)

Remnants

c)

Gallows

d)

Retort

125.

If someone makes a face showing disapproval, which word describes their expression?

a)

Grimace

b)

Oppressive

c)

Meager

d)

Tranquil

126.

Which word would you use to describe a very large and grand building?

a)

Meager

b)

Immense

c)

Melancholy

d)

Tangent

127.

What is the term for a sudden change in thought or action during a conversation?

a)

Retort

b)

Tangent

c)

Gallows

d)

Remnants

128.

Which word describes a situation that is calm and peaceful?

a)

Oppressive

b)

Tranquil

c)

Grimace

d)

Meager

129.

What is the term for a quick and sharp reply, often used in arguments?

a)

Retort

b)

Gallows

c)

Tangent

d)

Remnants

130.

Which word would best describe a punishment that is unreasonably severe or cruel?

a)

Oppressive

b)

Meager

c)

Immense

d)

Melancholy

131.

What is the term for a wooden structure used historically to hang convicted criminals?

a)

Gallows

b)

Retort

c)

Tangent

d)

Grimace

132.

Which word would you use to describe something that is not enough in quantity or quality?

a)

Meager

b)

Immense

c)

Tranquil

d)

Oppressive

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