Commas in Complex Sentences Explained

What is a complex sentence composed of?

• A subordinate conjunction

• An independent clause only

• A dependent clause only

• Both a dependent and an independent clause

Where should a comma be placed in a complex sentence?

• After the independent clause

• At the end of the sentence

• Before the dependent clause

• Between a dependent and an independent clause

Which of the following is NOT a function of a dependent clause?

• It requires an independent clause to form a complete sentence

• It does not express a complete thought alone

• It can stand alone as a complete sentence

• It adds additional information to the sentence

Which conjunction is a subordinate conjunction?

• And

• But

• Although

• Moreover

What is the role of subordinate conjunctions in complex sentences?

• To introduce an independent clause

• To connect a dependent clause to an independent clause

• To add a list

• To conclude the sentence

In the example 'No matter how she tried, Martha could never get the hang of riding a bike', what is the dependent clause?

• 'No matter how she tried'

• 'She tried'

• 'Riding a bike'

• 'Martha could never get the hang of riding a bike'

What does the sentence 'No matter how she tried, Martha could never get the hang of riding a bike' illustrate?

• Correct placement of a comma in a complex sentence

• An example of a simple sentence

• Use of an independent clause

• Use of a coordinating conjunction