5 Questions
What is the primary function of a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?
To separate two independent clauses
What type of sentence is formed when an independent clause and a dependent clause are joined by a subordinating conjunction?
Complex sentence
Which of the following is an example of a dependent clause?
he looked a bit sad
What is the purpose of a semicolon in sentence structure?
To join two independent clauses
What is the role of the word 'because' in the sentence 'Writing poems is challenging because the words have to be catchy and interesting'?
It is a subordinating conjunction
Test your understanding of compound and complex sentences, including how to identify and construct them using coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and semicolons. Improve your grammar skills and learn to analyze sentences effectively.
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