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Simple, Complex vs. Compound Sentence

January 23rd, 2023 in English Quiz

Say whether the given sentence is simple, complex or compound.

1. I don’t know what is wrong with her.

2. Do you know the man who just walked in?

3. I have never been to their place.

4. I always suspected that she was lying.

5. Barking dogs seldom bite.

6. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.

7. All that glitters is not gold.

8. He is not educated but he is ambitious.

9. Despite being poor, she is always happy.

10. He got up and walked away.

11. You can find a job in your own country or go abroad for better opportunities.

12. Although he lacks formal education, he is quite industrious.

Answers

1. I don’t know what is wrong with her. (Complex sentence)

2. Do you know the man who just walked in? (Complex sentence)

3. I have never been to their place. (Simple sentence)

4. I always suspected that she was lying. (Complex sentence)

5. Barking dogs seldom bite. (Simple sentence)

6. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown. (Complex sentence)

7. All that glitters is not gold. (Complex sentence)

8. He is not educated but he is ambitious. (Compound sentence)

9. Despite being poor, she is always happy. (Simple sentence)

10. He got up and walked away. (Compound sentence)

11. You can find a job in your own country or go abroad for better opportunities. (Compound sentence)

12. Although he lacks formal education, he is quite industrious. (Complex sentence)