Get Simple, Compound Or Complex Sentence Worksheet

Compound sentences connect two simple sentences, but they often do not show a clear relationship between the two parts. Ex. I waited for the bus, but it was late. A complex sentence contains a main clause and one or more dependent clauses.

A simple sentence consists of just one clause. A complex sentence consists of one independent clause and one or more dependent (subordinate) clauses. A compound sentence consists of two or more coordinate (independent) clauses. Exercise.

Here are five examples of complex sentences: Although it was raining, they decided to go for a walk. ... She studied hard because she wanted to ace the exam. ... After the movie ended, they went out for ice cream. ... Since he arrived early, he had time to relax. ... Even though it was late, he continued working on the project.

After we eat, let's go shopping. / Let's go shopping after we eat. As soon as they arrive, we'll eat. / We'll eat as soon as they arrive. Because it was late, we went home. / We went home because it was late.

It can be one of three types, described in more detail below, namely noun clause, adjective clause and adverbial clause. The following are examples of complex sentences, using yellow to show the independent clause, and blue to show the dependent clause.

Compound sentences in the Present Simple Tense I like to read, and my sister enjoys painting. He plays soccer, but she prefers swimming. They study hard, so they get good grades. We work during the day, and we relax in the evening. She loves her job, yet she complains about it a lot.

20 Examples of Complex Sentences Although she was tired, she continued working on her project. After I finish my homework, I will watch TV. Because he missed the train, he arrived late for the meeting. If it rains tomorrow, we will stay inside and play games.