Clauses: Building and Refining Compound and Complex Sentences

Question 1

To create variety, each sentence in this paragraph about sports uses a different sentence structure. Use the drop-down menu after each sentence to identify the sentence’s structure.

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There are a variety of sports that can be done with a partner. Biking, running, weight lifting, yoga, and hiking are great examples, and you can pick an activity that is fun and challenging for both o: complex sentence; There are a variety of sports that can be done with a partner. Biking, running, weight lifting, yoga, and hiking are great examples, and you can pick an activity that is fun and challenging for both o: compound-complex sentence; There are a variety of sports that can be done with a partner. Biking, running, weight lifting, yoga, and hiking are great examples, and you can pick an activity that is fun and challenging for both o: compound sentence

Question 2

Identify the dependent clause in each sentence.

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✔ because it lets me imagine other worlds; I have many hobbies, but reading is my favorite hobby because it lets me imagine other worlds.: because it lets me imagine other worlds; Even though some people dislike reading, I think that they can change their opinion, but they need to meet the right book.: Even though some people dislike reading; The very first book that I read was a mystery, and I have been intrigued by this genre ever since.: that I read

Question 3

✔ Even though some people dislike readingI think that they can change their opinion they need to meet the right book

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✔ Even though some people dislike reading

Question 4

The very first book ✔ that I readI have been intrigued by this genre

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✔ that I read

Question 5

Read the sentence. In what ways does the underlined clause add variety and meaning to the sentence? Check all that apply.The photographs that I stored in the attic are faded and cracked, but I think we can have them restored by a professional.It adds detail about the photographs.It tells the reader which photographs are being discussed.It gets readers excited about photography.It creates a compound-complex sentence.It shows that the photographs can be restored.

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It adds detail about the photographs.; It tells the reader which photographs are being discussed.; It creates a compound-complex sentence.

Question 6

Each pair of sentences can be combined to create one compound sentence. Determine which choice best combines them.

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✔ , but; Refinishing furniture is a creative hobby. Not everyone loves to scour garage sales to find old items.: , but; Going to flea markets can help you to notice unique qualities in used items. Beauty can be found where you least expect it.: , for; Specialized equipment can make the refinishing process easier. Painting the furniture can be creative with the right tools.: , and; Some people like refinishing old furniture. Others prefer buying new items.: semicolon

Question 7

✔ , for, nor , because

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✔ , for

Question 8

✔ , and, but, yet

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✔ , and

Question 9

, or , so ✔ semicolon

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✔ semicolon

Question 10

Read the clauses below. Which sentence best combines the clauses to show the relationship between ideas?Not everyone thinks they have rhythm / dancing can be a fun and active hobby.

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Even though not everyone thinks they have rhythm, dancing can be a fun and active hobby.

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