Quiz on Compound and Complex Sentences
Grade 7 Reading Quiz
Instructions:
Read each question carefully and circle the letter of the best answer.
- What is a compound sentence?
A. A sentence with at least one independent clause and one dependent clause.
B. A sentence that combines two independent clauses with a conjunction.
C. A sentence that has only one independent clause.
- Which of the following is a complex sentence?
A. She enjoys reading, and he likes writing.
B. Although she was tired, she finished her project.
C. The dog barked loudly.
- What punctuation is often used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?
A. Semicolon (;)
B. Comma (,)
C. Period (.)
- Identify the compound sentence from the options below:
A. Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.
B. I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
C. The cat slept on the windowsill.
- Which sentence is an example of a complex sentence?
A. She can dance very well, yet she seldom performs in public.
B. When summer arrives, we will go to the beach.
C. The man ran fast, so he caught the bus.
- Which conjunction is commonly used in compound sentences?
A. Because
B. Although
C. But
- What best describes a dependent clause?
A. A clause that can stand alone as a complete sentence.
B. A clause that cannot stand alone and relies on an independent clause.
C. A clause that tells the main idea of the sentence.
- Choose the correct compound sentence:
A. I did my homework before dinner.
B. The sun was shining, and the birds were singing.
C. Since it was late, we decided to leave.
- Which option contains two independent clauses?
A. I will go to the store if you need something.
B. He plays the guitar, and she sings beautifully.
C. Whenever it snows, we build a snowman.
- Identify the correct usage of a comma in a compound sentence:
A. I wanted to eat, but I was too full.
B. I wanted to eat but, I was too full.
C. I wanted to eat but I was too full.
- Which of these is a characteristic of a complex sentence?
A. It includes at least one independent clause and one dependent clause.
B. It links two ideas with a coordinating conjunction.
C. It contains only simple thoughts without any clauses.
- Select the complex sentence from the options below:
A. She loves to travel, but she hates flying.
B. The movie was great because the plot was interesting.
C. The flowers bloomed, and the garden looked beautiful.
Good Luck!