Grammar Test REVIEW

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What is a complex sentence?

Back

A complex sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is a dependent clause?

Back

A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence because it does not express a complete thought.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

When should you use a comma in a sentence?

Back

Commas are used to separate items in a list, before conjunctions in compound sentences, and after introductory phrases.

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CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.6.2A

Front

What is a simple sentence?

Back

A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.7.1B

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.3.1I

CCSS.L.4.2C

CCSS.L.5.1E

CCSS.L.7.1B

Front

What is the purpose of a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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What is the difference between a clause and a phrase?

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A clause contains a subject and a verb, while a phrase does not.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the role of punctuation in writing?

Back

Punctuation helps clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate ideas in writing.

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CCSS.L.1.2B

CCSS.L.4.3B

CCSS.L.K.2B

Front

What is an example of a dependent clause?

Back

An example of a dependent clause is 'because I was late'.

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CCSS.L.7.1A

CCSS.L.9-10.1B