Worksheet on Compound-Complex Sentences

English
Year 9
6 questions
~12 mins
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A worksheet covering the use of compound-complex sentences to enhance sophisticated writing, framed within reimagined fairy tales.

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Worksheet on Compound-Complex Sentences

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Grade Year 9
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Introduction to Compound-Complex Sentences

Once upon a time, in a distant kingdom, a brave knight embarked on a quest to find a mysterious gem; however, he was warned that the journey would be perilous, for dark forces lurked in every shadow. As he rode through the dense forest, he remembered the wise words of the old sorcerer, who had told him that courage and wisdom must go hand in hand if he was to succeed. Despite the dangers, the knight pressed on, knowing that the fate of his people depended on him. Little did he know, his greatest challenge was yet to come, when a fierce dragon appeared from the clouds, roaring fiercely, as the sun set behind the mountains.
1.
Identify a sentence from the passage that is compound and another that is complex. Explain your choices briefly.
[3 marks]
2.
Explain how the use of conjunctions in the passage helps to create compound and complex sentences.
[2 marks]
B

Analysis of Sentence Structure

Suddenly, a fierce dragon appeared from the clouds, roaring fiercely, as the sun set behind the mountains. The knight drew his sword, knowing that this was his greatest challenge yet, for he had faced many dangers before, but none as formidable as this.
1.
Identify two examples of compound-complex sentences in the passage.
[2 marks]
2.
Discuss how the sentence structures contribute to a sense of urgency in the passage.
[2 marks]
C

Creative Writing Prompt

Using your understanding of compound-complex sentences, write a reimagined fairy tale scene. Focus on incorporating varied sentence structures to develop atmosphere and character.
1.
Write a paragraph describing a pivotal moment in your fairy tale, using at least three different compound-complex sentences. Ensure your writing demonstrates sophistication and elegance.
2.
Create a checklist of features to include in your paragraph: use of conjunctions, multiple clauses, descriptive vocabulary, and varied sentence lengths.
[2 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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