
Simple, Compound, Complex Sentences
Quiz by Tammy Eisenhauer
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- Q1COMPOUNDThe weather forecast had predicted severe thunderstorms, but the dark and heavy thunderclouds never materialized.30s
- Q2COMPLEXSince 1923, the United States Flag Code has provided advisory rules for displaying and handling the U.S. flag.30s
- Q3COMPOUNDLorraine Hansberry wrote the widely acclaimed 1959 Broadway play A Raisin in the Sun, and her accomplishment opened the door for other African American playwrights.30s
- Q4COMPLEXLeonardo da Vinci, who was a renowned painter and sculptor, was also an inventor and scientist.30s
- Q5SIMPLEThe vibrant trumpet-shaped blooms of the trumpet vine make it ideal for attracting hummingbirds.30s
- Q6SIMPLEThe production of a single pound of honey requires nectar from approximately two million flowers.30s
- Q7COMPOUNDAaron has an unconventional swing, but he manages to drive the ball farther than some professional golfers.30s
- Q8COMPLEXSince it takes approximately one thousand years for a used printer cartridge to decompose, recycling these plastic ink dispensers helps the environment.30s
- Q9COMPOUNDTanner always approaches difficult tasks enthusiastically, and he frequently motivates others with his energy and fervor.30s
- Q10COMPLEXBecause most wild orchids naturally affix themselves to trees and branches, planting an orchid in soil will likely kill it.30s
- Q11COMPLEXIf we can't find an inexpensive hotel for the Fourth of July weekend, we can always stay with my parents.30s
- Q12COMPOUNDAnnual plants survive only one season and must be replaced each year, but perennials return each year with new flowers and foliage.30s
- Q13COMPOUNDStudents are unhappy with the new dress code requirements, and they will be discussing their grievances at the next school board meeting.30s
- Q14SIMPLEConnor took several incredible panoramic photographs of the sweeping view from the top of Table Mountain.30s
- Q15COMPOUNDMulberry leaves are silkworms' natural food preference, but silk farmers will often feed the caterpillars a specially designed artificial diet.30s