Final Sentence Structure Review

Which of the following is an example of a fragment?

• After we ran out of gas, we had no idea what to do.

• Before the storm.

• We ate together.

• The dog barked.

Which of the following is an example of a fragment?

• Because of your grade, you can't participate in sports.

• He smiled.

• Late last night.

• I don't understand the homework.

Which of the following is an example of a fragment?

• First I went to the game, and then I drove home.

• I can't wait to go home and eat a hot dog.

• When the bell rang, I knew I was late to class.

• When the bell rang.

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

• Due to the bad weather, the game has been cancelled.

• I hate when Mr. Gunterman talks, it annoys me.

• I hate when Mr. Gunterman talks because it annoys me.

• When I was your age, we had to walk seven miles on foot in the snow, but that's not how things are anymore.

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

• Lily enjoyed the bouquet of tulips John gave her on prom night.

• He enjoys walking through the country, and he often goes backpacking on his vacations.

• I didn't know which job I wanted, and I was too confused to decide.

• They weren't dangerous criminals they were detectives in disguise.

Which of the following is an example of a run-on sentence?

• Lila enjoyed the bouquet of tulips John gave her on prom night however she prefers roses.

• Even though she prefers roses, Lila enjoyed the bouquet of tulips John gave her on prom night.

• The sun is high, so put on some sunscreen.

• The sun is low, so you don't need sunscreen.

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• The other day.

• We watched a movie together.

• We watched a movie together, and then we went out to eat.

• Because I found the assignment so difficult, I can't understand how you're able to get your homework done so quickly.

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• The temperature has dropped and it’s windy outside, so wear a jacket.

• Although I like books, I do not like romance novels, but my sister loves them.

• Let's eat dinner.

• Even though she was tired, Abby knew she had to finish the race, and she ran to meet her team.

Which of the following is an example of a simple sentence?

• Until he graduates, he will live in the apartment, but then he wants to move.

• My grandma and grandpa enjoyed a candlelit dinner by the fire at their favorite Italian restaurant.

• Driving slowly.

• My family went to the park yesterday, and we had a wonderful time.

Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence?

• Larry’s family went to the zoo, but they didn’t enjoy it.

• Larry's family went to the zoo. They didn't enjoy it.

• We need to work together in order to get a great grade on this assignment.

• She hated him, and I hated her, and he hated me.