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- 1. Multiple Choice
Determine whether the underlined word group is a dependent clause, independent clause, or not a clause.
Ever since my daughter purchased a ferret, I have noticed that authors describe their bad guys as ferret-like.
dependent clause
independent clause
not a clause
- 2. Multiple Choice
Is this a sentence fragment?:
All of the flowers are from local nurseries.
Yes, this is a sentence fragment.
No, this is not a sentence fragment.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which type of sentence is this?:
Students are unhappy with the new dress code requirements, and they will be discussing their grievances at the next school board meeting.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
- 4. Multiple Choice
Determine whether the underlined word group is a dependent clause, independent clause, or not a clause:
Although tired and grumpy, Laura agreed to babysit for her sister-in-law.
dependent clause
independent clause
not a clause
- 5. Multiple Choice
Determine whether the underlined word groups are dependent clauses, independent clauses, or not a clause.
While walking at the park, John saw a raccoon eating potato chips.
dependent clause
independent clause
not a clause
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which type of sentence is this?:
The maple leaf, which is Canada's national emblem, has been associated with the country since the 1700s.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
- 7. Multiple Choice
Is this a fragment or a complete sentence?:
Voting for an athletics fee to improve campus life for future students.
fragment
complete sentence
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which type of sentence is this?:
Emmet took several incredible panoramic photographs of the sweeping view from the top of Table Mountain.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which is a run-on sentence?
Would probably prefer to see the new documentary about figure skating.
I ordered the shrimp it was served on a bed of shredded lettuce.
- 10. Multiple Choice
Which type of sentence is this?:
The platypus has venom-producing glands, which are rare among mammals, but its venom is not generally lethal to humans.
simple
compound
complex
compound-complex
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