Question 1

Which sentence is an example of a simple sentence?

Accepted Answer

The cat slept on the mat.

Answer

Because he was tired, he went to bed early.

Answer

After the rain stopped, the sun appeared.

Answer

She wanted to go to the movies, but she had too much homework.

Question 2

Which sentence is a compound sentence?

Accepted Answer

My friend invited me to the party, but I decided to stay home.

Answer

Before we go to the movies, we need to save enough money.

Answer

The cat slept all day.

Answer

She was reading a book in the library.

Question 3

Which sentence is a complex sentence?

Accepted Answer

Although it was raining, we decided to go hiking.

Answer

You must finish your homework before you go outside.

Answer

She read the book and watched TV.

Answer

The dog barked loudly.

Question 4

What makes a sentence a simple sentence?

Accepted Answer

It has one subject and one predicate and expresses a complete thought.

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It includes at least one dependent clause.

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It joins two independent clauses with a conjunction.

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It cannot stand alone as a complete thought.

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