Which of the following combinations would create a COMPLEX SENTENCE?

Independent Clause + Dependent Clause

Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?

When she was younger, she believed in fairy tales.

Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?

Everyone was busy, so I went to the movies alone.

Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?

Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it up.

Which of the following combinations would create a COMPOUND sentence?

Independent Clause + Independent Clause

What is a dependent clause?

a group of words that can not "stand on their own"

Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?

The museum was very interesting as I expected.

Which of the following is a dependent clause?

even though I prefer to eat with a fork

Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?

Check back tomorrow; I will see if the book has arrived.

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1
Which of the following combinations would create a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause
Dependent Clause + Dependent Clause
Independent Clause + Independent Clause
Independent Clause + Santa Clause
2
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
When she was younger, she believed in fairy tales.
She believed in fairy tales when younger.
She believed in fairy tales as a child.
When younger, she believed in fairy tales.
3
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
I ate dinner, read my book, and fell asleep.
Everyone was busy, so I went to the movies alone.
Jimmy and John make model airplanes.
Although I want to see that film, I'm too tired.
4
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
I heated my coffee, for it was too cold.
Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it up.
My coffee was too cold and I heated it up.
I heated up my coffee. It was too cold.
5
Because most orchids grow on trees and branches, planting an orchid in soil will kill it.
Compound
Complex
Simple
6
What kind of sentence is this?
Complex
Simple
Compound
7
When it started raining, they got soaked.
Simple
Complex
Compound
8
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
is
because
noun
for
9
I made an airplane out of stone.
Complex
Compound
Simple
10
Which of the following combinations would create a COMPOUND sentence?
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause + Independent Clause
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause
Dependent Clause + Dependent Clause
Independent Clause + Independent Clause
11
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Complex
Simple
12
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
He fell; everyone laughed.
Everyone laughed at the fall.
He fell. It was funny. hahahaha Everyone laughed.
Everyone laughed when he fell.
13
My voice was raspy, rough, and cracked.
Complex
Simple
Compound
14
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
15
Before I was born, my mother worked as a receptionist.
Compound
Complex
Simple
16
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
17
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Complex
Simple
18
Some people tell me that money can't buy happiness.
Compound
Complex
Simple
19
Shawn took several incredible panoramic photographs of the view from the top of Table Mountain.
Compound
Simple
Complex
20
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
whenever I go to Six Flags
I like to eat funnel cake
I like to ride Nitro
I enjoy taking pictures
21
Their tools are screwdrivers and spanners rather than basketballs and footballs.
Complex
Compound
Simple
22
What is a dependent clause?
a group of words that can "stand on their own"
a group of words that make absolutely no sense
a group of words that can not "stand on their own"
a group of words written in German
23
Mr. Jones has a lot of books, and he is well informed about current events.
Compound
Simple
Complex
24
Before the queen rode in the parade, she gave a speech.
Simple
Complex
Compound
25
The car stopped on the street, and the little dog dashed in front of it.
Simple
Compound
Complex
26
Russia has a variety of natural resources, including oil, natural gas, timber, and lead.
Compound
Complex
Simple
27
Their practice field is a stretch of asphalt, and their heroes make a living driving cars.
Simple
Compound
Complex
28
Some people like action movies, but others prefer cartoons.
Compound
Simple
Complex
29
Aaron has an unconventional swing, but he manages to drive the ball very far.
Complex
Compound
Simple
30
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
The museum was very interesting as expected.
The museum was very interesting as I expected.
The museum was interesting. I expected it to be.
The museum was very interesting and I expected it.
31
What kind of conjunction connects clauses to create a COMPOUND SENTENCE?
FANMAN
FANGIRL
FANWOMAN
FANBOY
32
The production of a pound of honey requires nectar from approximately two million flowers.
Complex
Compound
Simple
33
Students are unhappy, and they will be discussing their grievances.
Compound
Simple
Complex
34
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
35
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
the spoon is so much easier
even though I prefer to eat with a fork
eating is fun
I'll use the spoon
36
During the era of steam locomotives, Canada built a railway across the continent
Complex
Compound
Simple
37
Ricky and Ida went shopping and they bought some shirts and shoes.
Compound
Simple
Complex
38
Motorists must be careful when they drive, because moose are often on the road.
Simple
Compound
Complex
39
While fishing in the blue lagoon, I caught a lovely silver fish.
Simple
Complex
Compound
40
The training rooms of these college athletes smell of grease and gasoline.
Complex
Simple
Compound
41
The small child screamed and he cried out for his mother.
Simple
Complex
Compound
42
She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged.
Complex
Simple
Compound
43
What kind of conjunction can be found in COMPLEX SENTENCES?
Subordinance
Subordinary
Meatball Sub
Subordinating
44
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
the all time best is Superman
reading comics is more fun
although I like to read books
I love the Batman series
45
This new brand of college athlete is involved in the sport of auto racing.
Complex
Simple
Compound
46
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
forever
like
whenever
yet
47
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Amy and Sean like to play video games and read.
Check back tomorrow; I will see if the book has arrived.
Whenever I enter class, I am sure to be quiet.
"Come over here," Gail yelled.
48
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
or
unless
yet
nor
49
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
50
Although the weatherman called for rain, the dark, heavy thunderclouds never materialized.
Complex
Simple
Compound
51
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
before
and
after
never
52
She ran.
Compound
Simple
Complex
53
In the following questions, you will IDENTIFY sentences as SIMPLY/COMPOUND/COMPLEX. Okay?
No problem!
Sure!
Okay!
Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
54
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
There isn't ice cream, nor is there cookies!
There isn't ice cream! There isn't cookies!
There isn't ice cream or cookies!
There isn't ice cream; isn't cookies!
55
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
because
for
yes
not
56
What is an independent clause?
A group of words that can not "stand on their own"
A group of words that can't "stand as their own paragraph"
A group of words that can "stand on their own"
A group of words that can "stand as their own paragraph"
57
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Since I like chicken, I obviously like soup.
I like chicken and I like soup.
Although I like chicken, I also like soup.
While I do enjoy chicken, soup is also good.
58
The vibrant trumpet-shaped blooms make it ideal for attracting hummingbirds.
Compound
Complex
Simple
59
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
and
hello
although
so
60
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Joe made sugar cookies; ate them later.
Joe made sugar cookies; Sarah ate them.
Joe made sugar cookies; Jimmy, Sarah, John, and Mike.
Joe made sugar cookies; yum!
61
We have to go to bed when the clock chimes ten o’clock
Simple
Complex
Compound
62
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
I went to work after a long day at school.
I went to work after school.
I went to work after the school day.
I went to work after I spent a long day at school.
63
Although the sport is new, it has already attracted six collegiate teams in the Southeast.
Compound
Simple
Complex
64
The car stopped on the street.
Compound
Simple
Complex
65
Which of the following is an independent clause?
we like to watch scary movies
while we watch scary movies
who like to watch scary movies
after we watch scary movies
66
Most of the students are engineering majors, and they devote their spare time to their sport.
Compound
Complex
Simple
67
Which of the following is an independent clause?
whenever Mr. Gill tells me too
I will do well in English class
every time we have a reading quiz
if I read Percy Jackson each night
68
I put a piece of cantaloupe underneath the microscope.
Simple
Compound
Complex
69
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
70
The students work on special cars designed for their sport.
Complex
Compound
Simple
71
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
Getting a good grade is easy
I make sure to study
because if I don't read I'll fail
Mr. Gill gives a reading quiz
72
I opened my eyes and looked up at the rain, and it dripped in my head and flowed into my brain.
Simple
Complex
Compound
73
The car stopped on the street when the traffic light turned red.
Complex
Compound
Simple
74
As Luther sat down on the rickety old chair, it abruptly collapsed beneath him.
Compound
Complex
Simple
75
Variations of bowling have existed for centuries.
Simple
Compound
Complex
76
The right hemisphere of the human brain controls muscle movement on the left side of the body.
Compound
Simple
Complex
77
Which of the following is an independent clause?
Although I haven't found anyone to go with
I haven't found anyone to go with
Whenever I find someone to go with
go with
78
Alberta is famous for the Calgary Stampede, but it is also known for its oil reserves.
Simple
Compound
Complex
79
Elise is a competitive horseback rider, and she will be competing.
Compound
Complex
Simple
80
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
81
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
82
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
If I don't like the red car, I will buy the blue.
I think I will buy the red car, or I will buy the blue one.
After I saw the blue car, I realized I wanted the red one.
Although the red car is cool, I think I want the blue one.
83
During last night's storm, a flurry of tiny hailstones danced across the roof of our house.
Simple
Complex
Compound
84
What kind of sentence is this?
Complex
Simple
Compound
85
If we can't find a hotel for the Fourth of July weekend, we can always stay with my parents.
Compound
Simple
Complex

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Questions 85

Answers

1
Which of the following combinations would create a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause
Dependent Clause + Dependent Clause
Independent Clause + Independent Clause
Independent Clause + Santa Clause
2
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
When she was younger, she believed in fairy tales.
She believed in fairy tales when younger.
She believed in fairy tales as a child.
When younger, she believed in fairy tales.
3
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
I ate dinner, read my book, and fell asleep.
Everyone was busy, so I went to the movies alone.
Jimmy and John make model airplanes.
Although I want to see that film, I'm too tired.
4
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
I heated my coffee, for it was too cold.
Because my coffee was too cold, I heated it up.
My coffee was too cold and I heated it up.
I heated up my coffee. It was too cold.
5
Because most orchids grow on trees and branches, planting an orchid in soil will kill it.
Compound
Complex
Simple
6
What kind of sentence is this?
Complex
Simple
Compound
7
When it started raining, they got soaked.
Simple
Complex
Compound
8
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
is
because
noun
for
9
I made an airplane out of stone.
Complex
Compound
Simple
10
Which of the following combinations would create a COMPOUND sentence?
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause + Independent Clause
Independent Clause + Dependent Clause
Dependent Clause + Dependent Clause
Independent Clause + Independent Clause
11
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Complex
Simple
12
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
He fell; everyone laughed.
Everyone laughed at the fall.
He fell. It was funny. hahahaha Everyone laughed.
Everyone laughed when he fell.
13
My voice was raspy, rough, and cracked.
Complex
Simple
Compound
14
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
15
Before I was born, my mother worked as a receptionist.
Compound
Complex
Simple
16
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
17
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Complex
Simple
18
Some people tell me that money can't buy happiness.
Compound
Complex
Simple
19
Shawn took several incredible panoramic photographs of the view from the top of Table Mountain.
Compound
Simple
Complex
20
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
whenever I go to Six Flags
I like to eat funnel cake
I like to ride Nitro
I enjoy taking pictures
21
Their tools are screwdrivers and spanners rather than basketballs and footballs.
Complex
Compound
Simple
22
What is a dependent clause?
a group of words that can "stand on their own"
a group of words that make absolutely no sense
a group of words that can not "stand on their own"
a group of words written in German
23
Mr. Jones has a lot of books, and he is well informed about current events.
Compound
Simple
Complex
24
Before the queen rode in the parade, she gave a speech.
Simple
Complex
Compound
25
The car stopped on the street, and the little dog dashed in front of it.
Simple
Compound
Complex
26
Russia has a variety of natural resources, including oil, natural gas, timber, and lead.
Compound
Complex
Simple
27
Their practice field is a stretch of asphalt, and their heroes make a living driving cars.
Simple
Compound
Complex
28
Some people like action movies, but others prefer cartoons.
Compound
Simple
Complex
29
Aaron has an unconventional swing, but he manages to drive the ball very far.
Complex
Compound
Simple
30
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
The museum was very interesting as expected.
The museum was very interesting as I expected.
The museum was interesting. I expected it to be.
The museum was very interesting and I expected it.
31
What kind of conjunction connects clauses to create a COMPOUND SENTENCE?
FANMAN
FANGIRL
FANWOMAN
FANBOY
32
The production of a pound of honey requires nectar from approximately two million flowers.
Complex
Compound
Simple
33
Students are unhappy, and they will be discussing their grievances.
Compound
Simple
Complex
34
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
35
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
the spoon is so much easier
even though I prefer to eat with a fork
eating is fun
I'll use the spoon
36
During the era of steam locomotives, Canada built a railway across the continent
Complex
Compound
Simple
37
Ricky and Ida went shopping and they bought some shirts and shoes.
Compound
Simple
Complex
38
Motorists must be careful when they drive, because moose are often on the road.
Simple
Compound
Complex
39
While fishing in the blue lagoon, I caught a lovely silver fish.
Simple
Complex
Compound
40
The training rooms of these college athletes smell of grease and gasoline.
Complex
Simple
Compound
41
The small child screamed and he cried out for his mother.
Simple
Complex
Compound
42
She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged.
Complex
Simple
Compound
43
What kind of conjunction can be found in COMPLEX SENTENCES?
Subordinance
Subordinary
Meatball Sub
Subordinating
44
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
the all time best is Superman
reading comics is more fun
although I like to read books
I love the Batman series
45
This new brand of college athlete is involved in the sport of auto racing.
Complex
Simple
Compound
46
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
forever
like
whenever
yet
47
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Amy and Sean like to play video games and read.
Check back tomorrow; I will see if the book has arrived.
Whenever I enter class, I am sure to be quiet.
"Come over here," Gail yelled.
48
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
or
unless
yet
nor
49
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
50
Although the weatherman called for rain, the dark, heavy thunderclouds never materialized.
Complex
Simple
Compound
51
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
before
and
after
never
52
She ran.
Compound
Simple
Complex
53
In the following questions, you will IDENTIFY sentences as SIMPLY/COMPOUND/COMPLEX. Okay?
No problem!
Sure!
Okay!
Easy peasy lemon squeezy!
54
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
There isn't ice cream, nor is there cookies!
There isn't ice cream! There isn't cookies!
There isn't ice cream or cookies!
There isn't ice cream; isn't cookies!
55
Which of the following is a FANBOY? (Coordinating Conjunction)
because
for
yes
not
56
What is an independent clause?
A group of words that can not "stand on their own"
A group of words that can't "stand as their own paragraph"
A group of words that can "stand on their own"
A group of words that can "stand as their own paragraph"
57
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Since I like chicken, I obviously like soup.
I like chicken and I like soup.
Although I like chicken, I also like soup.
While I do enjoy chicken, soup is also good.
58
The vibrant trumpet-shaped blooms make it ideal for attracting hummingbirds.
Compound
Complex
Simple
59
Which of the following is a SUBORDINATING CONJUNCTION?
and
hello
although
so
60
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
Joe made sugar cookies; ate them later.
Joe made sugar cookies; Sarah ate them.
Joe made sugar cookies; Jimmy, Sarah, John, and Mike.
Joe made sugar cookies; yum!
61
We have to go to bed when the clock chimes ten o’clock
Simple
Complex
Compound
62
Which of the following is a COMPLEX SENTENCE?
I went to work after a long day at school.
I went to work after school.
I went to work after the school day.
I went to work after I spent a long day at school.
63
Although the sport is new, it has already attracted six collegiate teams in the Southeast.
Compound
Simple
Complex
64
The car stopped on the street.
Compound
Simple
Complex
65
Which of the following is an independent clause?
we like to watch scary movies
while we watch scary movies
who like to watch scary movies
after we watch scary movies
66
Most of the students are engineering majors, and they devote their spare time to their sport.
Compound
Complex
Simple
67
Which of the following is an independent clause?
whenever Mr. Gill tells me too
I will do well in English class
every time we have a reading quiz
if I read Percy Jackson each night
68
I put a piece of cantaloupe underneath the microscope.
Simple
Compound
Complex
69
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
70
The students work on special cars designed for their sport.
Complex
Compound
Simple
71
Which of the following is a dependent clause?
Getting a good grade is easy
I make sure to study
because if I don't read I'll fail
Mr. Gill gives a reading quiz
72
I opened my eyes and looked up at the rain, and it dripped in my head and flowed into my brain.
Simple
Complex
Compound
73
The car stopped on the street when the traffic light turned red.
Complex
Compound
Simple
74
As Luther sat down on the rickety old chair, it abruptly collapsed beneath him.
Compound
Complex
Simple
75
Variations of bowling have existed for centuries.
Simple
Compound
Complex
76
The right hemisphere of the human brain controls muscle movement on the left side of the body.
Compound
Simple
Complex
77
Which of the following is an independent clause?
Although I haven't found anyone to go with
I haven't found anyone to go with
Whenever I find someone to go with
go with
78
Alberta is famous for the Calgary Stampede, but it is also known for its oil reserves.
Simple
Compound
Complex
79
Elise is a competitive horseback rider, and she will be competing.
Compound
Complex
Simple
80
What kind of sentence is this?
Compound
Simple
Complex
81
What kind of sentence is this?
Simple
Complex
Compound
82
Which of the following sentences is COMPOUND?
If I don't like the red car, I will buy the blue.
I think I will buy the red car, or I will buy the blue one.
After I saw the blue car, I realized I wanted the red one.
Although the red car is cool, I think I want the blue one.
83
During last night's storm, a flurry of tiny hailstones danced across the roof of our house.
Simple
Complex
Compound
84
What kind of sentence is this?
Complex
Simple
Compound
85
If we can't find a hotel for the Fourth of July weekend, we can always stay with my parents.
Compound
Simple
Complex