Grammar: Sentence Complements Quiz

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What distinguishes a compound subject from a simple subject?

A compound subject must always be separated by semicolons.

A compound subject contains two or more subjects. (correct)

A compound subject has different verbs.

A compound subject cannot include conjunctions.

In the sentence 'Either Lucia or Sunil will bring refreshments for the team.', what is the compound subject?

The team

Lucia, Sunil, and the team

Lucia and Sunil

Either Lucia or Sunil (correct)

Which sentence correctly utilizes a compound verb?

They bake cookies and then serves them.

She sings the song or plays the piano.

The students read and discussed the book. (correct)

I will run and swimming in the park.

Which of the following sentences does NOT contain a compound subject?

She finished her homework and studied for the test. Signup and view all the answers

What can be said about the use of helping verbs in compound verbs?

Helping verbs may or may not be repeated in compound verbs. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the simple subject in the sentence: 'The rapid growth of the plant surprised everyone.'

plant Signup and view all the answers

What is the simple predicate in the sentence: 'The scientist has been researching the new theory for months'?

has been researching Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly identifies both the complete subject and the simple predicate?

'The dog chasing the ball barks loudly.' - Complete Subject: The dog chasing the ball, Simple Predicate: barks loudly Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'She could have finished the project earlier,' what is the function of the word 'could'?

Helping verb Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'simple predicate' refer to?

The complete verb phrase inclusive of all helping verbs Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a complement in a sentence?

To complete the meaning of a predicate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about complements is true?

Complements can be phrases or clauses. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of sentence structure, which of the following best describes a predicate?

The part of the sentence that specifies the action or state. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the role complements play in enhancing sentence meaning.

They complete the meaning of a verb phrase. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a complement in sentence structure?

Adverbial phrases Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in finding the subject of a sentence?

Finding the verb Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'What time does the train arrive?', what is the subject?

The train Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences has an implied subject?

Can you help me with this? Signup and view all the answers

Which word in the sentence 'There are several cars in the parking lot' should be omitted to find the actual subject?

There Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence 'How high can the bird fly?', what follows the main verb?

The bird Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a step in finding the subject of a sentence?

Counting the number of words Signup and view all the answers

In the command 'Help your brother with his homework', what is the implied subject?

You Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences contains a noun of direct address?

Listen, John, we need to talk. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sentence Complements

A complement is a word or group of words that completes the meaning of a predicate.

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Test your understanding of sentence complements and their role in completing the meaning of predicates. This quiz covers definitions, examples, and usage. See how well you grasp this essential grammar concept!