#1
Identify the sentence structure in the following sentence: 'The cat chased the mouse.'
Simple
ExplanationSingle independent clause with one subject and one predicate.
#2
Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?
The sun set behind the mountains, and the stars appeared.
ExplanationTwo independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.
#3
Identify the subject in the following sentence: 'The dog barked loudly.'
Dog
ExplanationThe noun or pronoun that performs the action of the verb.
#4
Identify the conjunction in the following sentence: 'I will go to the party if you come with me.'
If
ExplanationA word used to connect clauses or sentences or to coordinate words in the same clause.
#5
Identify the direct object in the following sentence: 'She bought a new book.'
A new book
ExplanationThe noun or pronoun that receives the action of the verb directly.
#6
Identify the preposition in the following sentence: 'The book is on the table.'
On
ExplanationA word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause.
#7
Identify the grammatical pattern of the underlined phrase: 'I enjoy reading books.'
Verb phrase
ExplanationGroup of words acting as the verb in a sentence.
#8
Which of the following is an example of a complex sentence?
He ran fast because he was late.
ExplanationContains one independent clause and one dependent clause.
#9
Identify the grammatical function of the underlined word: 'She is singing loudly.'
Adverb
ExplanationModifies a verb, adjective, or adverb, indicating manner, place, time, or degree.
#10
Identify the grammatical pattern of the underlined phrase: 'The book on the table.'
Adjective phrase
ExplanationGroup of words functioning as an adjective in a sentence.
#11
Which of the following is an example of a subordinate clause?
Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.
ExplanationContains a subject and verb but cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.
#12
Which of the following is an example of an infinitive phrase?
To swim in the ocean is her favorite activity.
ExplanationConsists of an infinitive (to + verb) and any complements or modifiers.
#13
Identify the sentence structure in the following sentence: 'Although he studied hard, he failed the exam.'
Complex
ExplanationContains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.
#14
Which of the following is an example of a compound-complex sentence?
He opened the door, and he saw his friends waiting outside, so he invited them in.
ExplanationContains two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.
#15
Identify the sentence structure in the following sentence: 'He went to the store, but he forgot to buy milk.'
Compound-Complex
ExplanationCombination of compound and complex sentence structures.
#16
Identify the sentence structure in the following sentence: 'She ran quickly, but she missed the bus.'
Compound-Complex
ExplanationCombines elements of both compound and complex sentences.
#17
Identify the sentence structure in the following sentence: 'Although she was tired, she went to the gym and worked out.'
Compound-Complex
ExplanationContains two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.