Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences
Name: _______________________________
Date: _______________________________
Remember:
• A simple sentence has one independent clause (one complete thought).
• A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, so, yet, for, nor).
• A complex sentence has an independent clause and a dependent clause joined by a subordinating conjunction (because, although, when, if, while, since, unless, etc.).
• A simple sentence has one independent clause (one complete thought).
• A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, so, yet, for, nor).
• A complex sentence has an independent clause and a dependent clause joined by a subordinating conjunction (because, although, when, if, while, since, unless, etc.).
Part A: Identify the Sentence Type
Write S (simple), CD (compound), or CX (complex) in the space provided.
1. ____
The earthquake struck at midnight and caused significant damage.
2. ____
Although it was raining, we continued our game.
3. ____
The students completed their projects on time.
4. ____
I wanted to go to the beach, but it was too cold.
5. ____
When the bell rang, everyone rushed to the door.
6. ____
The kiwi is a flightless bird native to New Zealand.
7. ____
We can walk to school, or we can take the bus.
8. ____
Because she studied hard, Emma passed her test.
Part B: Create Compound Sentences
Combine each pair of simple sentences using a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, so, yet). Write the new sentence on the line.
1. The dog barked loudly. Nobody answered the door.
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2. I enjoy playing rugby. My brother prefers cricket.
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3. We could have fish and chips. We could make pasta at home.
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Part C: Create Complex Sentences
Combine each pair of simple sentences using a subordinating conjunction (because, although, when, if, while, since). Write the new sentence on the line.
1. The team won the championship. They had practised every day.
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2. The sun was shining. It was still quite chilly outside.
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3. You finish your homework. You can watch television.
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