29 Questions
What type of sentence has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses?
Complex sentence
In a compound sentence, how many independent clauses are typically present?
Two
Which type of sentence consists of both compound and complex elements?
Compound-complex sentence
What is the defining feature of a dependent clause in a sentence?
Cannot form a complete thought
In a complex sentence, how are dependent clauses typically connected to independent clauses?
Through subordinating conjunctions
Which type of sentence contains two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause?
Compound-complex sentence
What is the function of a semicolon in the compound-complex sentence: 'Though Brian prefers chocolate, he decided to get vanilla ice cream; he regretted it'?
Connects two independent clauses
What is a compound-complex sentence?
A sentence with at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause
How many independent clauses must a compound sentence have?
At least two
Which of the following is necessary for a sentence to be considered compound?
At least two independent clauses
In a compound sentence, how are the independent clauses typically combined?
By using coordinating conjunctions, conjunctive adjectives, or semicolons
Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?
Mary and Jane went to the store and bought ice cream.
What differentiates a simple sentence from a compound sentence?
The presence of at least two independent clauses
Which type of sentence contains both a subject, a predicate, and at least one dependent clause?
Compound-complex sentence
What distinguishes a compound-complex sentence from a compound sentence?
It has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.
Which of the following is a correct way to combine independent clauses in a compound sentence?
Using conjunctions like 'and' or 'but'
What is the main distinguishing factor between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?
The presence of multiple independent clauses
Which of the following conjunctions can be used to connect independent clauses in a compound sentence?
"For"
Why is it important for a sentence to have at least two independent clauses to be considered compound?
To differentiate it from simple sentences
In the context provided, how does a semicolon contribute to the structure of a compound sentence?
It connects two independent clauses without a conjunction
Which of the following examples illustrates a compound sentence rather than a simple sentence?
"Mary went to the store, and she bought some groceries."
Which type of sentence contains two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause?
Compound-complex sentence
What is the defining feature of a dependent clause in a sentence?
It cannot stand on its own as a sentence
In a complex sentence, how are dependent clauses typically connected to independent clauses?
Through subordinating conjunctions
Which punctuation mark is used in the compound-complex sentence: 'Though Brian prefers chocolate, he decided to get vanilla ice cream; he regretted it'?
Semicolon
What differentiates a simple sentence from a compound sentence?
Number of independent clauses
Which type of sentence has one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses?
Complex sentence
How many independent clauses must a compound sentence have?
At least two
'Before going to school' in the sentence 'Jordan packed his lunch before going to school, but he forgot to include an apple' is an example of:
A dependent clause
Learn about compound-complex sentences, which combine elements from complex and compound sentences. This type of sentence contains at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. Explore the differences between complex and compound sentences for a better understanding.
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