Sentence Structure Flashcards
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What is a subordinate (dependent) clause?
Answer: A clause that cannot stand alone and depends on a main clause to complete its meaning
A dependent clause has a subject and verb but cannot stand alone because it begins with a subordinating conjunction.
Which sentence is a compound sentence?
Answer: She edited the manuscript, and he wrote the cover letter.
A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction.
What is a run-on sentence?
Answer: Two or more independent clauses joined without proper punctuation or a conjunction
A run-on sentence fuses two independent clauses without the necessary punctuation or conjunction to connect them.
Which sentence is a simple sentence?
Answer: She wrote and submitted the article.
A simple sentence contains one independent clause with a single subject, even if the predicate has multiple verbs.
What is sentence variety, and why is it important in writing?
Answer: Mixing sentence types and lengths to create rhythm and maintain reader engagement
Varying sentence structure and length prevents monotony and keeps the reader engaged.
Which sentence correctly uses an introductory participial phrase?
Answer: Having reviewed the draft, the editor submitted it.
The participial phrase 'Having reviewed the draft' must logically modify the subject of the main clause, 'the editor.'