| What to create | Quiz |
| Which subject | Reading |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | Compound and complex sentences |
| Question types | Mixed |
| Number of questions | 10 |
| Number of answers | 4 |
| Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
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What is a compound sentence?
A compound sentence is made up of:
A. One independent clause only
B. Two independent clauses joined by a conjunction
C. A dependent clause and an independent clause
D. A series of unrelated sentences
Identify the complex sentence from the following options:
A. I enjoy reading, and I often visit the library.
B. Although I was tired, I finished my homework.
C. She likes chocolate, but she doesn't eat it often.
D. The dog barked loudly, so I went outside.
Which conjunction is NOT commonly used to connect independent clauses?
A. And
B. But
C. Because
D. Or
Create a compound sentence using the following independent clauses: "I wanted to go for a walk." "It started to rain."
What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction in a complex sentence?
A. To connect two independent clauses
B. To introduce a dependent clause and show the relationship to the independent clause
C. To replace a period with a comma
D. To start a new paragraph
Which of the following is a compound sentence?
A. The sun was shining, and the birds were singing.
B. Because it was hot, we stayed inside.
C. When I finished my book, I went to bed.
D. Although she was late, she still attended the meeting.
Write a complex sentence using the following information: "The teacher was pleased." "The students worked hard."
Which of the following sentences is a complex sentence?
A. Matt loves to play basketball, yet he didn't join the team.
B. She went to the store because she needed milk.
C. The cat slept on the couch, and the dog lay by the fire.
D. I finished my work, so I took a break.
Select the compound sentence from the following options:
A. Since I didn't sleep well, I was tired all day.
B. I wanted to stay home, but my friends encouraged me to go out.
C. Although it was raining, we went for a hike.
D. When he arrived, the party was already started.
Explain the difference between a compound sentence and a complex sentence in your own words:
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