Sentence Structures

Unlock sentence mastery! Practice identifying sentence types & clauses.

What kind of sentence is this?Dark clouds formed in the sky because it was going to rain. Simple Compound Complex Compound-Complex What kind of sentence is this?If we go to Target tomorrow, we can buy some Halloween decorations, and I can get a pumpkin latte. Simple Compound Complex Compound-Complex What kind of sentence is this?Tommy watched television and ate pizza, but his parents went to a dinner party. Simple compound Complex Compound complex What kind of sentence is this?She laughed at herself while she watched the film. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Butterflies like these flowers, but no butterflies have arrived yet. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Franklin called and reported the final score of the game. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Marcy stayed up late, and now she has difficulty staying awake. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Darren was at the store all morning, but he didn't buy a thing. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Did Orville fly, or was his brother Wilbur on the first flight? Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Remember to turn on the dishwasher after you wash the pans. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?I've never known anyone who had the name Trevor. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The band director worked with the members who were playing off key. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The card that Ruth sent this year was the funniest of all. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The admiral sent the fleet to stop the invaders. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?If you do not call soon, we will not get a reservation, and someone will have to pick up a pizza instead. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Only the spectators in the front row could see who won the skateboard contest. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Our family knows the woman whose picture is on the front page of today's newspaper. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The farm workers examine and pack the fruit, and then they prepare it for shipment. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Janice always runs well in races when she has had a nap, but she didn't have any energy this time. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?As the plane neared the runway, the pilot noticed a warning light on the instrument panel. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The video games that we ordered finally arrived. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Mr. Hanson, who once lived next door to us, built amazing kites. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Your sister said that you haven't slept in two or three nights, and I am worried about your health. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Even though the day was cold, the boys stopped for ice cream cones, and they enjoyed every lick. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Little Jeremy picked up his toy shovel, and he went to the garden. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Vera lit the candles on her mother's birthday cake, and Mrs. Thompson blew them all out. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?Michael studied for hours, and now he expects to do well on the English test. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?The 100 watt bulb in the lamp is new, yet it burned out. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?We are late for class again today. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of sentence is this?I can't remember where I left my umbrella. Simple Compound Complex Compound What kind of clause is the bolded part of the sentence?If you like spicy food,you will enjoy my salsa. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?At the slumber party we will try to stay awakeuntil the sun rises. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?Nora's black cat is the one that climbed inside the piano. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?I can't remember where I left my umbrella. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?Margie brought potato chips althoughshe was supposed to bring fruit. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?Since Gail moved away, my little sister has no best friend. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?Buddy found the old box camera when he was cleaning the attic. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?If these rocks slide down, they will probably start an avalanche. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence?The salesperson seemed nervous when Gregory was looking at rings. Independent Dependent What kind of clauses is the bolded part of the sentence.Notebooks and other paper supplies fill the storage cabinet. Independent Dependent Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.Sarah, Jean, and I agreed. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.He shook his head, he was lost and tired. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.A new, more fashionable watch with a leather band. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.Signed her name to the petition. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.The microphone was broken we could hardly hear the speaker. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.The crowd cheered. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.Do you know what we have for homework I didn't write it down. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.Clapped in time with the music. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.A highway runs through the desert to the pueblo. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.The salesperson was extremely helpful. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On Tell if the clause below is a sentence , a fragment, or a run-on.Showed Colin a book about dinosaurs. Complete Sentence Fragment Run On What is the dependent clause?About a century ago, you complimented a person if you called him or her square. About a century ago you complimented a person if you called him or her square. What is the dependent clause?After they finished watching the movie, John and Mary discussed what they wanted to eat. After they finished watching the movie John and Mary discussed what they wanted to eat. There is none. What is the dependent clause?While she was reading a book, Sandy heard a loud bang, so she went outside to investigate. While she was reading a book Sandy heard a loud bang she went outside to investigate. What is the dependent clause?Although Federer is a better tennis player, he lost. Although Federer is a better tennis player he lost What is the dependent clause?Lightning flashed, and thunder clapped as he left the building. Lightning flashed thunder clapped as he left the building What is the dependent clause?Raj passed the test because he studied hard and listened in class. Raj passed the test because he studied hard and listened in class. What is the dependent clause?The women who called my mother was my aunt. The women was my aunt. who called my mother What is the dependent clause?I like carrots, but I love broccoli which is currently in season. I like carrots I love broccoli which is currently in season What is the dependent clause?As soon as he finished his homework, he went outside. he went outside. As soon as he finished his homework