Understanding Compound-Complex Sentences
English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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Understanding Compound-Complex Sentences
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Introduction to Compound-Complex Sentences
A compound-complex sentence combines at least two independent clauses and one or more dependent clauses. These sentences are often used to express complex ideas clearly and concisely. For example, 'Although she was tired, she finished her homework, and she went to bed early.' This sentence contains two independent clauses ('she finished her homework' and 'she went to bed early') and one dependent clause ('Although she was tired'). Recognizing the structure of such sentences helps improve writing clarity and variety.
1.
Identify the independent and dependent clauses in the sentence: 'Although he was hungry, he ate his dinner quickly, and he went to bed.'
[2 marks]2.
Write a sentence that is a compound-complex sentence, including at least two independent clauses and one dependent clause.
[4 marks]3.
Which of the following sentences is a compound-complex sentence?
Aa) She runs every morning.
Bb) When it rains, the game is canceled.
Cc) I like apples, and I like oranges.
Dd) Although it was raining, we went outside and played.
4.
Explain why the sentence 'She wanted to go to the park, but it started raining, so she stayed indoors.' is a compound sentence, and whether it is also complex.
[3 marks]5.
Transform the sentence 'She was tired, but she finished her homework, and she went to bed early.' into a different compound-complex sentence with similar meaning.
[4 marks]6.
Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in the sentence: 'He studied hard because he wanted to do well, and he was determined to succeed.'
[2 marks]7.
Compose a complex sentence with at least one dependent clause and one independent clause about your favorite hobby.
[4 marks]8.
What is the purpose of combining multiple clauses into one sentence in writing?
[2 marks]9.
Create a story paragraph using at least three compound-complex sentences. Focus on including multiple clauses to describe an event.
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