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Lesson 15 - Simple and Compound Sentences
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Question 1
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What is a simple sentence?
A sentence with many subjects.
A question made of clauses.
A sentence with one subject and verb.
A sentence lacking a verb.
Question 2
2.
Which best describes a compound sentence?
It contains only one clause.
It has no conjunctions involved.
It has two independent clauses.
It has one complete thought.
Question 3
3.
How can you make a compound sentence?
Join two independent clauses with a conjunction.
Use only one subject.
Add many verbs together.
Make it a rhetorical question.
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Question 4
4.
What makes 'The footsteps grew louder.' a simple sentence?
It has more than one subject.
It includes multiple ideas.
It uses complex language.
It expresses one complete thought clearly.
Question 5
5.
Why is clarity important in suspense writing?
Clarity makes it confusing.
Clarity makes the story longer.
Clarity reduces excitement.
Clarity keeps the reader focused on tension.
Question 6
6.
How does a short sentence contribute to tension?
It adds unnecessary details.
It makes the moment feel urgent and direct.
It slows down the pace of the story.
It can confuse the reader easily.
Question 7
7.
What is a key feature of effective Gothic writing?
Avoiding all emotions in the writing.
Including irrelevant details.
Using only complex sentences.
Using simple sentences to heighten suspense.
Question 8
8.
What is a compound sentence?
A sentence without punctuation.
A sentence with two independent clauses.
A sentence with one clause.
A question or command.
Question 9
9.
How does the word 'and' function here?
It connects two related ideas.
It ends the sentence.
It adds an unrelated idea.
It starts a new sentence.
Question 10
10.
What effect does suspense have in writing?
It makes the story shorter.
It speeds up the story.
It confuses the reader.
It keeps readers engaged and curious.
Question 11
11.
Why is clarity important in writing?
It uses complex words.
It ensures the reader understands the message.
It makes the story longer.
It adds more characters.
Question 12
12.
What should you do to create suspense in a story?
Focus only on dialogue.
Write in plain sentences.
Use descriptive language and vivid imagery.
Make it humorous.
Question 13
13.
Which sentence starter helps build tension?
The sun was shining brightly.
They walked in a straight line.
A shadow moved across the wall…
She smiled politely at him.
Question 14
14.
What is a common element of Gothic stories?
Creating an eerie or suspenseful atmosphere.
Using modern technology.
Including lots of humor.
Focusing on everyday life.
Question 15
15.
Why use sentence starters in writing?
To avoid using full sentences.
To eliminate all punctuation.
To help develop ideas and maintain flow.
To confuse the reader.
