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Grade 8 English Quiz: Sentence Types

Instructions

Choose the correct answer for each question by selecting the letter corresponding to the best option.

  1. What type of sentence is: "I went to the store because I needed milk."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Compound
    • C. Complex
    • D. Compound-Complex
  2. Which of the following is a compound sentence?

    • A. She loves to read, and he loves to write.
    • B. They went to the park after school.
    • C. If it rains tomorrow, we'll stay inside.
    • D. Although she was tired, she finished her homework.
  3. Identify the complex sentence:

    • A. The dog barked loudly.
    • B. She finished her project, but he didn't.
    • C. When the sun shines, the flowers bloom.
    • D. I enjoy playing soccer.
  4. Which sentence is an example of a simple sentence?

    • A. He is very smart, and he always studies hard.
    • B. Although they were tired, they kept working.
    • C. The cat slept on the warm windowsill.
    • D. They ate pizza and watched a movie.
  5. What type of sentence is: "She bought a dress, and he bought shoes."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Complex
    • C. Compound
    • D. Compound-Complex
  6. Which of the following contains a dependent clause?

    • A. While I was cooking, the phone rang.
    • B. I like ice cream.
    • C. The stars are shining tonight.
    • D. She ran to the finish line.
  7. Identify the compound-complex sentence:

    • A. I like to swim.
    • B. Although I was tired, I went for a run, and I felt better.
    • C. She finished her homework.
    • D. We can go to the movies.
  8. Which of the following sentences is a simple sentence?

    • A. After the game finished, we celebrated.
    • B. The students studied for their exams, and they practiced together.
    • C. The sun is shining brightly.
    • D. Even though it was cold, they went outside.
  9. What type of sentence is: "She enjoys painting, and he enjoys drawing."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Compound
    • C. Complex
    • D. Compound-Complex
  10. Identify the complex sentence:

    • A. We will see a movie tonight.
    • B. Because she felt sick, she stayed home.
    • C. Julie and Mark traveled to Europe.
    • D. I like apples, but she prefers oranges.
  11. Which sentence is compound?

    • A. They went hiking, and they saw many animals.
    • B. Although she was tired, she continued to work.
    • C. The teacher explained the lesson.
    • D. Before I go to bed, I read a book.
  12. What type of sentence is: "Even though I was late, I still made it to the meeting on time."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Compound
    • C. Complex
    • D. Compound-Complex
  13. Identify the simple sentence:

    • A. She danced gracefully while the music played.
    • B. He studied hard, and he passed the test.
    • C. I enjoy reading books.
    • D. After they ate dinner, they watched a movie.
  14. What type of sentence is: "I want to go to the concert, but I have to finish my homework first."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Complex
    • C. Compound
    • D. Compound-Complex
  15. Which is a complex sentence?

    • A. The children played outside.
    • B. We left early, so we wouldn't be late.
    • C. Whenever it rains, I feel sleepy.
    • D. He loves to watch movies, but she prefers documentaries.
  16. Identify the compound-complex sentence:

    • A. He was tired.
    • B. While I was walking, I saw a dog, and it barked at me.
    • C. They went to the beach.
    • D. The athlete trained hard.
  17. What type of sentence is: "If the weather is nice, we will go for a hike."

    • A. Compound
    • B. Simple
    • C. Complex
    • D. Compound-Complex
  18. Identify the simple sentence:

    • A. She went to the store because she needed milk.
    • B. He loves playing the guitar, and he sings beautifully.
    • C. They ran quickly to catch the bus.
    • D. Although it was late, they continued their conversation.
  19. What type of sentence is: "I will call you when I arrive."

    • A. Simple
    • B. Complex
    • C. Compound
    • D. Compound-Complex
  20. Which of the following is a compound sentence?

    • A. They studied until late, and they finally finished the project.
    • B. I went to bed early because I was tired.
    • C. After she finished her work, she went for a walk.
    • D. Although it was noisy, I managed to concentrate.

Answer Key

  1. C
  2. A
  3. C
  4. C
  5. C
  6. A
  7. B
  8. C
  9. B
  10. B
  11. A
  12. C
  13. C
  14. C
  15. C
  16. B
  17. C
  18. C
  19. B
  20. A