Can You Pass This Basic Sentence Quiz?

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This quiz has been made to test your grammar and sentence formation. There is a list of questions related to a noun, pronoun, adverbs, punctuation, adjectives as well as Subject and Predicate. Take your time and answer all the questions. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!

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1.

Every sentence have to be
- A.
  
  Subject
- B.
  
  Predicate
- C.
  
  Capital Letter
- D.
  
  Punctuation Mark
- E.
  
  All the Above
Correct Answer
E. All the Above

Explanation
The correct answer is "All the Above" because every sentence should have a subject, a predicate, a capital letter at the beginning, and a punctuation mark at the end. Therefore, all of these options are necessary for a complete sentence.

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2.

The subject of a sentence is
- A.
  
  Who or what the sentence is about
- B.
  
  The verb, or action of the sentence
- C.
  
  Always plural
- D.
  
  Always singular
Correct Answer
A. Who or what the sentence is about

Explanation
The subject of a sentence refers to the person, thing, or idea that the sentence is about. It is the main focus of the sentence and usually performs the action or is being described in the sentence. The subject can be a single entity or a group of entities, so it can be singular or plural depending on the context. Therefore, the correct answer is "who or what the sentence is about."

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3.

What type of sentence is this: I cannot believe you won that game!
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Exclamation
- D.
  
  Command
- E.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Exclamation

Explanation
The given sentence "I cannot believe you won that game!" expresses strong emotion and surprise, indicating that it is an exclamation. Exclamatory sentences are used to convey excitement, astonishment, or strong feelings. In this case, the speaker is expressing disbelief and astonishment towards the listener's victory in a game.

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4.

What punctuation goes on at the end of a statement sentence?
- A.
  
  Question mark (?)
- B.
  
  Exclamation point (!)
- C.
  
  Period (.)
- D.
  
  Colon (:)
- E.
  
  Quotation Mark (")
Correct Answer
C. Period (.)

Explanation
A statement sentence is a type of sentence that makes a statement or provides information. It is not a question or an exclamation. The punctuation that goes at the end of a statement sentence is a period. A period is used to indicate the end of a complete thought or sentence. It is the most commonly used punctuation mark and is used to bring a sense of closure to a statement sentence.

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5.

An ____________________ sentence is a sentence that shows excitement, or great feeling.
- A.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
A. Exclamation

Explanation
An exclamation sentence is a type of sentence that is used to express strong emotions or excitement. It is characterized by the use of an exclamation mark at the end. Exclamation sentences are often used to convey joy, surprise, anger, or any other intense feeling. They are meant to grab the reader's attention and add emphasis to the message being conveyed.

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6.

I like playing basketball, and my brother likes playing tennis.
- A.
  
  Simple
- B.
  
  Compound
- C.
  
  Complex
- D.
  
  Compound Complex
Correct Answer
B. Compound

Explanation
The given sentence contains two independent clauses connected by the coordinating conjunction "and". Each independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, indicating that the sentence is compound.

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7.

The boy ate the apple. Identify whether it is subject or predicate?
- A.
  
  Subject
- B.
  
  Predicate
Correct Answer
A. Subject

Explanation
The given correct answer is "Subject". In a sentence, the subject is the noun or pronoun that performs the action or is being described. In this case, "The boy" is the subject because it is the noun that is performing the action of eating the apple.

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8.

Do you want to come to the playground with us?
- A.
  
  Noun
- B.
  
  Verb
- C.
  
  Adjective
- D.
  
  Adverb
Correct Answer
A. Noun

Explanation
The given correct answer is "Noun" because the word "playground" is a person, place, thing, or idea, which is the definition of a noun. In this sentence, "playground" is being used as a place where someone is being invited to come to.

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9.

Which of the following name parts of speech?
- A.
  
  Adjectives
- B.
  
  Adverbs
- C.
  
  Subjects
- D.
  
  Dogs
- E.
  
  Prepositions
Correct Answer(s)
A. Adjectives
B. Adverbs
E. Prepositions

Explanation
Every word we use belongs to one of eight word groups or "parts of speech." (This question only lists three: adjectives, adverbs, and prepositions.) Subjects are not parts of speech and neither are dogs. I'm guessing that you knew that already though. :)

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10.

What two things does every sentence need?
- A.
  
  Person
- B.
  
  Verb/Predicate
- C.
  
  Subject
- D.
  
  Cat
Correct Answer(s)
B. Verb/Predicate
C. Subject

Explanation
Every sentence needs to have a subject and a verb (predicate). Subjects tell us whom or what a sentence is about and verbs tell us what the subject is or does.

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Can You Pass This Basic Sentence Quiz?

Every sentence have to be

The subject of a sentence is

What type of sentence is this: I cannot believe you won that game!

What punctuation goes on at the end of a statement sentence?

An ____________________ sentence is a sentence that shows excitement, or great feeling.

I like playing basketball, and my brother likes playing tennis.

The boy ate the apple. Identify whether it is subject or predicate?

Do you want to come to the playground with us?

Which of the following name parts of speech?

What two things does every sentence need?