Exercise 1: Identify Sentence Types
1. The dog barked loudly.
o Simple
2. She wanted to go to the movies, but she couldn’t find a ride.
o Compound
3. Because the weather was nice, we decided to have a picnic.
o Complex
4. I like ice cream, and my friend likes cake.
o Compound
5. After he finished his homework, he went out to play.
o Complex
6. The phone rang, and she answered it immediately.
o Compound
7. The car broke down, so we had to call a tow truck.
o Compound
8. Although it was raining, they went for a hike.
o Complex
9. The book was long, yet it was very interesting.
o Compound
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o Complex
1. The cat slept all day.
2. I wanted to go to the concert, but the tickets were sold out.
3. Although it was cold outside, we decided to go for a walk.
4. She enjoys painting, and her brother likes playing the guitar.
5. If it rains tomorrow, we will stay indoors.
6. The children ran around the park.
7. He finished his work early, so he went out for dinner.
8. Since we have a test tomorrow, we need to study tonight.
9. The movie was entertaining, and the soundtrack was fantastic.
10. I will call you when I arrive at the airport.
Answers:
1. Simple
2. Compound
3. Complex
4. Compound
5. Complex
6. Simple
7. Compound
8. Complex
9. Compound
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