Review Challenge

Question 1

Which sentences have a non-restrictive relative clause?

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The café, where many artists meet, has great coffee., The teacher, whose advice I trust, helped me pass the exam.

Question 2

Which ones are sentences with an adverbial conjunction?

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The sauce boiled over; meanwhile, I was chasing a rolling tomato., We added salt; nevertheless, the soup still tasted like mystery.

Question 3

Which ones are sentences that start with a participial phrase?

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Daydreaming in lectures, I imagined the professor dancing salsa., Rushing to class, I tripped over a sleeping campus dog.

Question 4

Which of the sentences contain a hyperbole?

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This software update takes forever, longer than a thousand years., My computer is so slow, it might as well be powered by a turtle!

Question 5

Which ones are sentences that start with a participial phrase?

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Watering the flowers, the garden gnome winked at me playfully., Planting new seeds, I discovered a worm wearing tiny sunglasses.

Question 6

Which sentences have a coordinate clause?

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A fox sneaked by, yet the birds kept singing their silly songs., The fog rolled in slowly, and the trees started telling spooky tales.

Question 7

Which ones are compound sentences?

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Birds sang in the trees, and bees buzzed nearby., The cat slept, and the dog barked at the mailman.

Question 8

Which ones are complex sentences?

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After I finished writing, the paper flew away like a bird., While I worked, my pencil raced like it wanted to finish first.

Question 9

Which of the sentences are similes?

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The clock ticked like a heartbeat waiting to explode with a surprise., The silence hung like a thick fog before a secret was revealed.

Question 10

Which sentences have a relative clause?

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Valdivia, which is known for its rivers, attracts many nature lovers., The city, which was rebuilt after a big earthquake, is full of charm.

Question 11

Which ones are sentences with an adverbial conjunction?

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He kicked the ball; however, it landed in someone’s popcorn., I trained hard; nevertheless, I tripped over my own shoelace.

Question 12

Which ones are compound sentences?

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The wind blew hard, and the trees swayed back and forth., It rained all night, but the morning sky was clear.

Question 13

Which of the sentences are similes?

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The beat hit like thunder rolling across the sky., Music is like a magic carpet that takes you far away.

Question 14

Which sentences have a restrictive relative clause?

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Bakers who use sourdough starters make tasty bread., Bread that contains nuts is perfect for a special treat.

Question 15

Which sentences have an adverbial clause?

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I always smile when the toast pops up perfectly golden., I dance in the kitchen whenever the washing machine finally finishes.

Question 16

Which ones are compound sentences?

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You can join the student council, or you can volunteer at the campus., I applied to many universities, but my top choice is still UACh.

Question 17

Which sentences have an adjective clause?

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The laughter that erupts from jokes can brighten the darkest day., Joy, which lives in tiny moments, often wears silly socks.

Question 18

Which of the sentences are metaphors?

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His heart was a garden where kindness bloomed endlessly., Her kindness was a gentle river, soothing every rough edge.

Question 19

Which of the sentences are metaphors?

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His words were ticking bombs ready to explode at any moment., Her mind was a locked treasure chest hiding secrets and surprises.

Question 20

Which ones are sentences beginning with a gerund?

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Collecting comic books is like chasing a treasure of colourful adventures., Drawing superheroes is my secret talent during boring classes.

Question 21

Which of the sentences contain a personification?

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The textbooks sighed under the weight of endless notes., The library whispered secrets only late-night readers know.

Question 22

Which ones are complex sentences?

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Though stars twinkled, one was blinking Morse code!, After the comet passed, it left glitter in the sky., When the rocket launched, the aliens waved from Mars.

Question 23

Which ones are complex sentences?

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When I flipped the pancake, it landed on the cat!, While I poured the juice, the toast jumped out of the toaster.

Question 24

Which sentences have a noun clause?

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I doubt that my plants are secretly judging my singing skills., I believe that honesty is the best policy in every situation.

Question 25

Which of the sentences contain a hyperbole?

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My heart races faster than a thousand thunderbolts for you., He waited for her longer than the stars have existed.

Question 26

Which sentences have a subordinate clause?

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Though the guests arrived late, the snacks disappeared early., Though the cake was gone, the laughter never ran out.

Question 27

Which sentences have an adverbial clause?

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You’ll keep my trust if you survive my karaoke without laughing., I’ll trust you as long as you never touch my secret snack stash.

Question 28

Which sentences have an adjective clause?

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The scientist who talks to plants claims they give better answers., The lab mice, who wore tiny hats, looked ready for a party.

Question 29

Which sentences have a coordinate clause?

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The fungus spread widely, but the trees remained strong and tall., The mushrooms grew quickly, and the forest floor looked alive.

Question 30

Which ones are sentences with an adverbial conjunction?

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The cat was hungry; therefore, she stole my sandwich., The cat looked bored; however, she was plotting world domination., The kitten looked innocent; however, the curtains told another story., He purred sweetly; meanwhile, his paw reached for my sandwich.

Question 31

Which sentences have a non-restrictive relative clause?

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The rain, which started at dawn, lasted all morning long., The storm, whose thunder scared the neighbours, passed quickly.

Question 32

Which ones are sentences beginning with a gerund?

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Singing in the shower is where my greatest concerts take place., Playing hide-and-seek is the best way to surprise your sneaky cat.

Question 33

Which ones are complex sentences?

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While the ship rocked, the pirate juggled cannonballs., Because the parrot lied, they dug in the wrong spot.

Question 34

Which sentences have a restrictive relative clause?

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The brewery whose owner is a master brewer exports worldwide., The beer that won the award is brewed locally every year.

Question 35

Which ones are sentences that start with a participial phrase?

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Packing my bags, I accidentally stuffed in a rubber chicken., Booking a flight, I found a ticket to a mystery island adventure.

Question 36

Which of the sentences contain a personification?

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The cookies smiled warmly from the jar, inviting me closer., The pizza called my name from the oven, tempting me to eat it.

Question 37

Which sentences have a coordinate clause?

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She barked loudly, but only when the mailman brought treats., The puppy wagged its tail, yet somehow still knocked over the vase.

Question 38

Which sentences have a subordinate clause?

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Though I stayed still, my mind went on a wild adventure., Though the hammock swayed, I dreamed of flying tacos.

Question 39

Which ones are compound sentences?

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The bell rang, so we went to our next class., She forgot her book, but the teacher helped her.

Question 40

Which sentences have a relative clause?

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The forests near Valdivia, which are dense and green, are perfect for hikes, Valdivia has markets that sell fresh seafood and local crafts.

Question 41

Which ones are sentences beginning with a gerund?

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Chasing lasers is the cat’s idea of daily cardio., Sleeping in boxes is what my cat calls extreme luxury.

Question 42

Which ones are sentences that start with a participial phrase?

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Waving rainbow flags, the crowd danced through the sunny streets., Spreading kindness, volunteers handed out rainbow cupcakes and smiles.

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