Connecting Sentences and Clauses

Question 1

Which of these are clauses? Check all that apply.

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A: the lion roared; B: if we made pancakes for breakfast; E: because I lost my bracelet

Question 2

Which of these are independent clauses? Check all that apply.

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B: my grandmother made rice and beans

Question 3

Which sentence correctly uses a coordinating conjunction to form a compound sentence?

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B: You can go for a walk, but I would prefer to stay home.

Question 4

Which sentence is a complex sentence?

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D: Although I am tired, I will finish my homework.

Question 5

Use the drop-down menus to identify the dependent clause in each complex sentence. While Patrick set the table, Fernando made dinner. Ravi will send us a text message if he is running late. Susannah called her brother before she boarded the plane.

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A: While Patrick set the table

Question 6

Choose the conjunction that best completes each sentence. Haruko enjoys tennis, she rarely has time to play. Simon is an accomplished chess player, he often competes in tournaments. you want to learn karate, you should sign up for lessons.

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B: Although

Question 7

Which sentences use conjunctive adverbs correctly? Check all that apply.

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A: I believe, therefore, that this is the best course of action.; C: Regular exercise makes you stronger; also, it helps you sleep.; D: You should not sing in the concert if you have a cold, however.; E: Meanwhile, Cassie collected shells on the beach.

Question 8

Choose the conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs that best connect ideas in the passage. you want to run a marathon, you need to create a training schedule. Look at sample schedules online. , develop a schedule that fits into your life. You will want to run regularly. You should, , allow enough time for rest and recovery. You can run on an indoor track or a treadmill, you should be sure to run outdoors as race day approaches.

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B: If

Question 9

Which sentences correctly use conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs? Check all that apply.

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Question 10

Question 10

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C: if he is running late

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