Writing and Editing Sentence Structure

Question 1

What is a subordinate (dependent) clause?

Accepted Answer

A clause that cannot stand alone and depends on a main clause to complete its meaning

Answer

A dependent clause has a subject and verb but cannot stand alone because it begins with a subordinating conjunction.

Question 2

Which sentence is a compound sentence?

Accepted Answer

She edited the manuscript, and he wrote the cover letter.

Answer

A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction.

Question 3

What is a run-on sentence?

Accepted Answer

Two or more independent clauses joined without proper punctuation or a conjunction

Answer

A run-on sentence fuses two independent clauses without the necessary punctuation or conjunction to connect them.

Question 4

Which sentence is a simple sentence?

Accepted Answer

She wrote and submitted the article.

Answer

A simple sentence contains one independent clause with a single subject, even if the predicate has multiple verbs.

Question 5

What is sentence variety, and why is it important in writing?

Accepted Answer

Mixing sentence types and lengths to create rhythm and maintain reader engagement

Answer

Varying sentence structure and length prevents monotony and keeps the reader engaged.

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