Conjunctions & Pronouns Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following conjunctions indicates a cause?

although

while

because (correct)

Which sentence is an example of a compound-complex sentence?

It is cold outside.

Because it was raining, I stayed indoors.

I enjoy reading, and I have many books.

Although I like to go camping, I haven't had the time to go lately, and I haven't found anyone to go with. (correct)

Which of the following is a relative pronoun?

whether

that (correct)

since

because

Which conjunction expresses opposition?

though Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?

She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic defines a 'loose sentence'?

It has the major point presented at the front of the sentence. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a dependent clause?

It contains a subject and a verb. Signup and view all the answers

Which conditional conjunction means 'only in the event that'?

only if Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence correctly uses a relative pronoun?

The car that I bought is red. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence contains a subordinating conjunction?

Because I was tired, I went to bed early. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the dependent clause in the following sentence: 'When he finished his homework, he went out to play.'

When he finished his homework, Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates a condition?

unless Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly demonstrates a complex sentence structure?

Though he was late, he managed to catch the train. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

The cat is outside. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a compound sentence from a simple sentence?

A compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined by a conjunction. Signup and view all the answers

Which conjunction is NOT typically used to join clauses in a compound sentence?

although Signup and view all the answers

Which example demonstrates a compound complex sentence?

I will listen to the music, while I write my essay. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines a loose sentence?

A sentence that contains multiple phrases but ends with a single independent clause. Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily wrong with a run-on sentence?

It contains multiple clauses without proper punctuation or conjunctions. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about simple sentences?

They can still be long if they have only one independent clause. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a component of a compound sentence?

One dependent clause. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Conjunctions

Conjunctions are categorized into four main types: time, cause, opposition, and condition.
Time Conjunctions include: after, before, when, since, while, until.
Cause Conjunctions include: because, since, as, in order that, now that.
Opposition Conjunctions include: although, though, whereas, even though.
Condition Conjunctions include: if, unless, only if, whether or not, even if, in case (that).

Relative Pronouns

Relative pronouns include: who, whoever, that, whom, which.
They are used to connect clauses and add information about a noun.

Sentence Structures

Compound-Complex Sentences contain at least two independent and one or more dependent clauses.
- Example: "Although I like to go camping, I haven't had the time to go lately, and I haven't found anyone to go with."
Loose Sentences present the main idea early in the sentence, allowing for additional information to follow.

Types of Sentences

Simple Sentences consist of a single independent clause and express one complete thought. Examples include:
- "He laughed."
- "It rained."
- "He drinks coffee every morning."
Compound Sentences are formed by combining two independent clauses using conjunctions such as and, but, or, etc. Example: "I really want to go to work, but I am too sick to drive."
Complex Sentences contain one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
- Example: "She returned the computer after she noticed it was damaged."

Key Examples

Examples of complex sentences showcase the use of time, cause, or opposition conjunctions effectively.
Dependent clauses often follow subordinating conjunctions and carry less important ideas relative to the main clause.

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