Phrase and Clause Quiz

It is group of words that does not contain a subject and verb and consequently cannot convey a complete thought.

• Phrase

• Clause

• Sentence

• None of the above

It is group of words that includes a subject and a verb.

• Phrase

• Clause

• Sentence

• None of the above

Which of the following is an example of a noun phrase?

• The author is writing a new book.

• The present inside the big box is mine.

• The sports car drove a long and winding road.

• We're learning to communicate better.

Which of the following is an example of a verb phrase?

• The author is writing a new book.

• The sports car drove a long and winding road.

• The present inside the big box is mine.

• We're learning to communicate better.

Which of the following is an example of an infinitive phrase?

• The author is writing a new book.

• The present inside the big box is mine.

• The sports car drove a long and winding road.

• We're learning to communicate better.

Walking in the rain can be difficult.

This is an example of an appositive phrase.

• True

• False

Filing papers can give you a paper cut.

This is an example of a gerund phrase.

• True

• False

There are two types of clauses, independent and dependent clause.

• True

• False

Which of the two clauses is usually the supporting part of a sentence?

• Independent Clause

• Dependent Clause

Online class is adventurous if you handle it well.

• Independent Clause

• Dependent Clause