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Choose the BEST sentence variation for this paragraph.
Johnny knew he would win his race if he kept up a consistent pace. He always dreamt of becoming a pro athlete. Johnny looks up to his father, who won multiple gold medals at track meets.
No change is necessary.
With much anticipation, Johnny prepared himself for a victorious win. After many years of training, he knew that maintaining a consistent pace was the key component to becoming a pro athlete like his father.
Johnny knew he would win his race if he kept up a consistent pace. He always dreamt of becoming a pro-athlete. His father is a professional athlete.
Johnny knew he would win his race if he kept up a consistent pace. Johnny always dreamt of becoming a pro athlete. He wants to a professional athlete like his father.
During my time in office I have achieved several goals. I have helped increase funding for local schools. I have reduced crime rates in the neighborhood. I have encouraged young people to get involved in their community. My competitor argues that she is the better choice in the upcoming election. I argue that it is ridiculous to fix something that isn’t broken. If you reelect me this year, I promise to continue to serve this community.
What is the main problem with this paragraph?
It lacks punctuation.
There is absolutely nothing wrong with this paragraph.
It is very monotonous; it feels like I am reading the same thing continuously!
Junkanoo fans were left feeling cheated after the judges’ decision.
The best rewording of the sentence is
Feeling cheated, the Junkanoo fans did not accept the judges’ decision
The judges’ decision left the Junkanoo fans feeling cheated
They rob us!
She was wearied by the events that occurred earlier that day.
The best turning around of the sentence is
She was wearied from earlier that day
Left wearied by the day’s events, she retreated to her bed.
.
The day’s events left her weary
He felt unsure because he has never traveled by himself.
The best turning around of the sentence is
He was unsure about traveling alone
Traveling alone left him feeling unsure
The boy felt afraid about traveling by himself
The boy is free to leave once he completes his assignment.
The best rewording of the sentence is
Once he completes his assignment, the boy is free to leave
Completing his assignment, made it possible for the boy to leave
Upon completion of his assignment, the boy was free to leave.
There is no school next week.
We should go to the beach.
1) Orson Wells produced a radio play based on a story about an invasion from Mars.
2) Orson Wells is a famous actor and film director.
Orson Wells is a famous actor and film director.
1) The tree branch fell on the roof.
2) The roof was leaking.
3) We repaired the roof.
1) I have been summoned to a special meeting of the Council.
2) Something must have happened.
1) I can't seem to start my Christmas shopping early no matter what I try.
2) It is very frustrating.
1) Even though they are uncomfortable.
2) Safety goggles should be worn at all times.
What is the BEST way to combine these sentences?
The creepy monster growled loudly. He took one step towards me. He stared at me with his beady red eyes.
The creepy monster growled loudly, took one step towards me, and stared at me with his beady red eyes.
The creepy monster growled loudly and took one step towards me and stared at me with his beady red eyes.
The creepy monster growled loudly, took one step towards me, stared at me with his beady red eyes.
The creepy monster growled loudly, took one step towards me, or stared at me with his beady red eyes.
Which of the following sentences is correct?
Maggie who loved to eat snow cones was exhausted from her long day at the park.
Maggie, who loved snow cones, was exhausted from her day at the park
Maggie, who loved to eat snow cones was exhausted, from her long day at the park.
None of the above
Which of the following sentences is correct?
The meeting was straight to the point, John was uneasy about it, he was unable to understand why he was there.
The meeting was straight to the point, but John was uneasy about it, and he was unable to understand why he was there.
The meeting was straight to the point, but John was uneasy about it; he was unable to understand why he was there.
None of the above
Which of the following is the best sentence?
She waited in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
As she waited in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
Waiting in line for the movie, she was getting frustrated.
As she waited in line for the movie she was getting frustrated.
What is the best way to write the sentence?
Although we have two campuses Bayside Middle School is considered one school.
Although we have two campuses, Bayside Middle School is considered one school.
Although we have two campuses Bayside Middle School, is considered one school.
Although, we have two campuses, Bayside Middle School is considered one school.
As it is.
What is the best way to revise the sentence below?
Since Kirby and his brother are new to the school we need to introduce them to their classmates and welcome them into our school family.
Kirby and his brother are new to the school so we need to introduce them to their classmates and welcome them into our school family.
Since Kirby and his brother are new to the school, we need to introduce them to their classmates, and welcome them into our school family.
Kirby and his brother are new to the school and, we need to introduce them to their classmates and welcome them into our school family.
Since Kirby and his brother are new to the school, we need to introduce them to their classmates and welcome them into our school family.
Which of the following sentences is written and punctuated correctly?
When Lizzy's parents sent her to the market, she was supposed to buy milk but she didn't have enough money.
When Lizzy's parents sent her to the market she was supposed to buy milk, but she didn't have enough money.
When Lizzy's parents sent her to the market, she was supposed to buy milk, but she didn't have enough money.
When Lizzy's parents sent her to the market, she was supposed to buy milk, but she didn't have enough money?
Which of the following sentences is written and punctuated correctly?
Eduardo wants to join the lacrosse team although he doesn't have any experience with the sport, but he is wiling to work hard to learn.
Eduardo wants to join the lacrosse team, although he doesn't have any experience with the sport but he is wiling to work hard to learn.
Eduardo wants to join the lacrosse team although, he doesn't have any experience with the sport but he is wiling to work hard to learn.
Eduardo wants to join, the lacrosse team although he doesn't have any experience with the sport, but he is wiling to work hard to learn.
Identify the compound sentence:
He saw that the milk was curdled, and he threw it away with disgust.
Milk cows are sweet and lovely.
He drank milk last night and added protein.
He thought he could drink the whole gallon but could not.
Choose the correct conjunction to complete the compound sentence:
Thaina want to lose weight, ..... she eats chocolate everyday.
And
Or
For
But
A simple sentence must form a complete thought. What else do you need to make a simple sentence?
a verb and a conjunction
a subject, a verb, a capital letter for the beginning and punctuation mark for the end
a subject, a verb and a capital letter for the beginning
a subject, a comma and a conjunction
A(n) ________ clause can’t stand on its own as a sentence.
Independent
Dependent
Which of these is a simple sentence?
in the forest.
All the music.
Went to the big game yesterday.
I voted for the class president.
A compound sentence is:
two separate complete sentences
two sentences joined together with a comma and a conjunction
a sentence with a single subject and predicate
a dependent clause
My mom baked cookies, _______ she had lots of dishes to wash.
Because
Yet
So
But
Read the following sentence:
Michayla and Dean are excited to go back to school.
Identify the subject.
School
Excited
Michayla and Dean
Michayla
How do you create a complex sentence?
by never adding commas to sentences
by linking an independent clause with a dependent clause
by linking two independent clauses
by linking two dependent clauses
Select what type of sentence the following statement is:
I'm helping my grandma make a quilt.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Fragment
Run On
Read the group of words below. What would you have to add to it to make it a simple sentence?
got a pet turtle.
A Subject
A comma
A verb
A punctuation mark at the end.
What do you need to have a sentence?
A verb
Any three words can be a sentence.
A noun
A subject and a verb.
Read the group of words below. How could you change it to make it a compound sentence?
It’s cold in the winter, it’s hot in the summer.
add the word “months” after summer
add a comma after “cold”
add the word “and” after the comma
take out the comma after “winter”
In a simple sentence, what is a subject?
An action word.
An incomplete thought.
The person or thing
The person or thing doing the action.
Which of the following is an independent clause?
While we waited,
Until the bus came.
I don’t like snakes.
After the rain,
What is wrong with the following sentence?
The teacher the story.
It has two subjects
There is no verb
There is no subject
It's an independent clause
Is the following a complete sentence?
My cat was stuck in a tree.
Yes
No
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
Because she was too young,
Jesse climbed a mountain.
I can speak Spanish.
The dog ran into the forest.
What do subordinating conjunctions do?
stand on their own as sentences
link clauses
tell what the subject is doing
tell you when to pause in a sentence
Read the sentence, and choose where a comma should go.
Since Mara stopped playing piano the house has been a lot quieter.
The sentence does not need a comma.
after the word “piano”
after the word “house”
after the word “Mara”
Alex went to the store, but she stopped for gas on the way.
Simple
Compound
Complex
When I got home from work yesterday, I watched TV for an hour.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Let me know if you need any help.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Because the class had started, we stopped talking to our friends.
Simple
Compound
Complex
Tom reads fiction and nonfiction.
simple
compound
complex
Charlie and Barlow are both friendly dogs.
simple
compound
complex
Penny reads fiction, but Charlie prefers nonfiction.
simple
compound
complex
Cats are good pets, for they are clean and are not noisy.
simple
compound
complex
We have never been to Asia, nor have we visited Africa.
simple
compound
complex
Everyone was busy, so I went to the movie alone.
Simple
Compound
Complex
The sky is clear; the stars are twinkling.
simple
compound
complex
Joe realized that the train was late while he waited at the train station.
This is a complex sentence. Which word is the subordinating conjunction (AAAWWUBBIS)?
(a)
Because Mary and Samantha arrived late at the bus station, I did not see them at the station.
This is a complex sentence. Which word is the subordinating conjunction (AAAWWUBBIS)?
(a)
I am tall, yet my brother is short.
This is a compound sentence. Type the FANBOYS word below.
(a)
Bananas are yellow, so they must be made of sunshine.
This is a compound sentence. Type the FANBOYS word below.
(a)
I knew that he could not see the opening of the door, and I kept pushing on it steadily.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
When I had made an opening sufficient for my head, I put in a dark lantern.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I kept quite still and said nothing.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I heard a slight groan, and I knew it was the groan of mortal terror.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I knew what the old man felt although I chuckled at heart.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
When I had waited a long time, I very patiently opened the lantern.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I held the lantern motionless, so I would not give away my position by the door.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I placed my hand upon the heart and held it there for many minutes.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
If you think me mad, you need to listen to my whole story first.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
A shriek had been heard by a neighbor during the night.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I took my visitors all over the house.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I smiled while they chatted about familiar things.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I talked more quickly, but the noise steadily increased.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
I paced the floor to and fro with heavy strides.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
Anything was better than this, for I could not bear those hypocritical smiles no longer.
What type of sentence is this?
Simple
Compound
Complex
What goes at the beginning of the sentence?
________ ran to the park.
Judy
Ran to the park
Is jumping
What goes at the beginning of the sentence?
______ slept in the tent.
The bear
Slept in the tent
Color red
What goes at the beginning of the sentence?
______ taught how to play the piano
Mrs. Kathy
Taught how to play the piano
Is doing
What goes at the beginning of the sentence?
______ went to the show.
Daniel
Went to the show
Is going
What goes at the end of the sentence?
Susan _________________.
went to the movies
well yeah
Judy went to the movie
What goes at the end of the sentence.
The girls _________________.
jumped rope
Susan goes
am running
What goes at the end of the sentence.
The dog _________________.
buries his bone
Jaime buries his bone
are jumping
What goes at the end of the sentence.
The class _________________.
turns in their homework
Mrs. Herrera
work
Combine the sentences using the FANBOYS.
She did not go to the park. It was too late in the evening. (for)
She did not go to the park, and it was too late in the evening.
She did not go to the park. It was too late in the evening. (for)
She did not go to the park for, it was too late in the evening.
Combine the sentences using the FANBOYS.
They arrived early at the show. They had great seats. (and)
They arrived early at the show, and they had great seats.
They arrived early at the show. They had great seats. (and)
They arrived early at the show and. They had great seats.
Combine the sentences using the FANBOYS.
My family has never been to Washington. We have seen Boston. (but)
My family has never been to Washington, but we have seen Boston.
My family has never been to Washington. We have seen Boston. (but)
My family has never been to Washington, but We have seen Boston.
Combine the sentences using the FANBOYS.
I really like chocolate cake. I am too full for dessert. (but)
I really like chocolate cake, but I am too full for dessert.
I really like chocolate cake. I am too full for dessert. (but)
I really like chocolate cake. but I am too full for dessert.
Combine the sentences using the FANBOYS.
We could start the movie now. We could wait for Julia to arrive. (or)
We could start the movie now, or we could wait for Julia to arrive.
We could start the movie now. We could wait for Julia to arrive. (or)
We could start the movie now, we could wait for Julia to arrive.
Add a clause to the subordinating clause.
After the movie, ________________.
we all went out for pizza.
because we all went out for pizza
out for pizza
Add a clause to the subordinating clause.
Once I finished lunch, ________________________.
I saw the surprise.
since I saw the surprise
surprise
Add the correct subordinating conjunction.
___________________, it is far from here.
Wherever they are,
Since they are,
They are,
Add the correct subordinating conjunction.
Although she was smart, she didn’t understand the problem.
Although she was smart,
Unless she was smart,
She was smart,
Which is the correctly written sentence?
We didn’t hear the sound because the speakers were playing loudly.
We didn’t hear the sound, the speakers were paying loudly
Because the speakers were playing loudly.
Every simple sentence just have:
A subject and a noun
A predicate and a verb
A subject and a FANBOYS
A subject and a predicate
What kind of sentence is this?
I love Disney World, but we can't go this year.
simple
compound
comples
What kind of sentence is this:
After I left school, I rode home on the bus.
simple
compound
complex
What kind of sentence is this:
Mom ordered pepperoni pizza and a salad.
simple
compound
complex
What kind of sentence is this:
After I fell down, I laughed at myself.
simple
compound
complex
What kind of sentence is this:
I was happy because I finished my project.
simple
compound
complex
What kind of sentence is this:
The bird made a nest in the bush near the window, so we will be able to see the baby birds!
simple
compound
complex
What kind of sentence has a dependent clause plus an independent clause?
simple
compound
complex
What do we call these words:
because, although, since, when, if, even though, until
subordinating conjunctions
coordinating conjunctions
FANBOYS
dependent clauses
Which word in the following sentence is a subordinating conjunction:
Since I got my new job, I have enough money to buy the car.
I
since
money
to buy
What kind of connecting word do you need in a compound sentence to connect both sentences?
subordinating conjunctions
linking verbs
coordinating conjunctions
collective nouns
What kind of connecting word turns an independent clause into a dependent clause in a complex sentence?
FANBOYS
Coordinating conjunction
subordinating conjunction
linking verb
Which type of sentence has one dependent clause and one independent clause?
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Which type of sentence a pair of independent clauses and joined by a comma and coordinating conjunction?
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
What type of conjunction joins two independent clauses?
Compound Sentence
Subordinating Conjunction
Complex Sentence
Coordinating Conjunction
Which of the following is a coordinating conjunction?
Are
Is
Because
And
Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?
And
But
While
So
Identify the dependent clause: The soccer team was thrilled after they beat Juventus.
The soccer team
The soccer team was thrilled
after they beat Juventus
they beat Juventus
Sentence Type: The players and the coaches are excited for the snacks.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: The players and the coaches are excited for the snacks after the game.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: Frank and his little sister are washing the dog, but it seems like the dog will never get clean.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: I will check your answers to the test as you are waiting.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: If there is a problem with the test, I'll look into it.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: My favorite food is ice cream, so I eat it every meal of every week.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?
And
If
So
Yet
Sentence Type: Your mom loves to play hockey and basketball on weekends.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: Obama loves to play hide and seek with the secret service members.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
What type of clause is also known as a complete sentence?
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
Sentence Fragment
Codependent Clause
What type of clause is also known as an incomplete sentence?
Independent Clause
Dependent Clause
Sentence Fragment
Codependent Clause
Sentence Type: Skiing is fun, and bowling is even more fun.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: Some of my favorite things to do is to run, play golf and count to 100.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
Sentence Type: I don't think I can count to 101 after counting to 100.
Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence
Sentence Fragment
What type of sentence?
Their robot can follow a simple path through a maze.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
Marta and Jane plan to enter their cookies in the baking competition.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
A small kitten followed me home, so I gave it a bowl of milk.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
If they place first, they might win five hundred dollars.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
We got lost in the woods, but my brother had a map in his backpack.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
They named their robot Rowdy, and painted it gold.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
Mrs. Larson is in charge of the technology club.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
I was going to buy a candy bar, but I decided to get a granola bar instead.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
Would you like to go to the movies, or would you rather stay home tonight?
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
I have a sister and two brothers.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
If you want your car really clean, let George wash it.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence? 13
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence? 16
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
When Uncle Jack comes to town, we all have a good time.
simple
compound
complex
What type of sentence?
Patricia likes chemistry, but she likes biology better.
simple
compound
complex
Find all the dependent clauses.
The orange creamsicle was melting in the sun.
My favorite type of pizza is pepperoni,
because the sun was hidden
since we won our first baseball game
Find all the clauses
because I injured my foot
since school was over
the angry leopard
swinging in the tree
Identify all the phrases
The magnificent lion
walked to school
if I get an A on the quiz
because I was so tired
Find all the independent clauses.
The pink polka-dotted giraffe was my favorite stuffed animal.
A hippo was splashing water all over the people watching him.
the purple grape
sitting on my chair
Because there was a snow day, the basketball game was rescheduled for Friday.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
complex
I really wanted to do well on the quiz because I wanted an A in the class, and I got a B last quarter.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
Although the sea turtle was tired, she walked to the shore of the Atlantic Ocean.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
The Discoverers team finally won the trophy, so they were very excited.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
I had to go to get my prize because I heard my name called on morning announcements.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
That was such a good game!
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
I enjoy playing basketball, but I also like to play golf when I have spare time.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
