Trivia Quiz On Simple And Compound Sentence

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Trivia Quiz On Simple And Compound Sentence - Quiz

Below is a trivia Quiz on Simple and Compound Sentences. It is perfect for those students who have a hard time when it comes to formulating or identifying the two types of sentences. Do give it a try and get to see if you understand the difference in each when it comes to subject and predicate in the two. All the best!

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1.

Regan turned on the computer, and Jordan searched for turtles online.
- A.
  
  Simple sentence
- B.
  
  Compound sentence
Correct Answer
B. Compound sentence

Explanation
The given sentence contains two independent clauses connected by the coordinating conjunction "and." This structure makes it a compound sentence. Each clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, but they are joined together to show a relationship between Regan turning on the computer and Jordan searching for turtles online.

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2.

Maria went to the mall to purchase birthday gifts for her boyfriends.
- A.
  
  Compound sentence
- B.
  
  Simple sentence
Correct Answer
B. Simple sentence

Explanation
The given sentence, "Maria went to the mall to purchase birthday gifts for her boyfriends," is a simple sentence because it consists of only one independent clause. It expresses a complete thought and does not contain any dependent clauses or conjunctions to connect multiple independent clauses.

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3.

The following is a simple sentence: Her favorite colors are green, gray, and turquoise.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The statement is true because it states a fact about someone's favorite colors. It is a simple sentence that provides information about the subject's preferences.

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4.

FANBOYS is an acronym that stands for: for, and, nor, but, or, yes, and so.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
FANBOYS is an acronym for: for, and, nor, but, or, YET (not YES), and so. Read questions carefully!

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5.

Alejandro does not play football, nor does Maria go shopping.
- A.
  
  Compound sentence
- B.
  
  Simple sentence
Correct Answer
A. Compound sentence

Explanation
The given sentence contains two independent clauses connected by the coordinating conjunction "nor." This conjunction is used to show a contrast or alternative between the two clauses. Therefore, the sentence is a compound sentence.

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6.

Issac and Felix always talk and make faces all during class. The underlined words are a:
- A.
  
  Compound verb
- B.
  
  Compound subject
Correct Answer
A. Compound verb

Explanation
The underlined words "talk and make faces" form a compound verb. A compound verb is a verb that consists of two or more verbs joined together to express a single action or idea. In this case, "talk and make faces" together express the action of both Issac and Felix engaging in conversation and making facial expressions during class.

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Issac and Felix always talk and make faces during class. The underlined words are a:
- A.
  
  Compound verb
- B.
  
  Compound subject
Correct Answer
B. Compound subject

Explanation
The underlined words "Issac and Felix" form a compound subject because they are two separate individuals who are both engaging in the action of talking and making faces.

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Trivia Quiz On Simple And Compound Sentence

Regan turned on the computer, and Jordan searched for turtles online.

Maria went to the mall to purchase birthday gifts for her boyfriends.

The following is a simple sentence: Her favorite colors are green, gray, and turquoise.

FANBOYS is an acronym that stands for: for, and, nor, but, or, yes, and so.

Alejandro does not play football, nor does Maria go shopping.

Issac and Felix always talk and make faces all during class. The underlined words are a:

Issac and Felix always talk and make faces during class. The underlined words are a: