Chapter 8 Grammar 22: simple, compound and complex sentences

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 3

Today

• Quiz: Simple, compound and complex sentences.
• Activity of choice: Reading Matters, test yourself or extra practise with sentences.
  
  
• I can recognize and form different types of sentences in English.

Chrissy had some coffee for breakfast this morning.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Wesley went to football practice and then he watched a movie with his brother.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Because he woke up late when his alarm malfunctioned, Dean missed his morning train.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Professor Maple’s intelligent students turned in their homework.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Wicked Regina cast a spell on the entire city, so the citizens decided to rebel.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Professor Maple’s intelligent students completed and turned in their homework.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

After eating lunch at The Cheesecake Factory, Tim went to the gym to exercise.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

The trendy fashion designer released her new line on Wednesday.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

After listening to the Kanye West CD, I have new respect for his music.

1. simple
2. compound
3. complex

Exercise 2: Create your own sentences

Create a simple, complex or compound sentence and explain which one it is.

Everything clear?

1. Yes
2. No, I need more practise

If you answered no

- Practise I Writing & Grammar of chapter 5.

- If yes: Finish test yourself or start Reading Matters chapter 5.

End of class

• Discuss in your group and write down: How do you recognize a complex sentence? Give an example.
• See you next week, enjoy your long weekend!