In a complex sentence, what is the role of the independent clause?

Complex Sentences Quiz

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Sarah Marin
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To provide additional information
To stand alone as a complete sentence
To connect two dependent clauses
To introduce a question
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which conjunction is often used to connect clauses in a complex sentence?
And
But
Although
Or
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many independent clauses are in a complex sentence?
None
One
Two
Three
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of the word "although" in a complex sentence?
To introduce an independent clause
To introduce a dependent clause
To connect two independent clauses
To end a sentence
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a dependent clause?
A group of words that can stand alone as a complete sentence.
A group of words that cannot stand alone and needs an independent clause to make a complete sentence.
A group of words that form a question.
A group of words that form a command.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of a dependent clause?
I’ll fail the Algebra test.
If I don’t review my notes,
The sun is shining.
She runs fast.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is necessary for a dependent clause to make sense?
A question mark
An independent clause
A conjunction
A verb
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