Phrases and Clauses Quiz Review-
Quiz on Wednesday
I. Definitions- Know the definition of the following terms. Write it in the space provided.
Phrase- a group of words that’s missing a subject, verb or both
Dependent/Subordinate Clause- a group of words that has a subject and a verb, but can’t stand alone- not a complete thought
Independent Clause/Simple Sentence-a group of words that has a subject and a verb and can stand alone- a simple sentence
II. Distinguish between a phrase (P), subordinate clause (SC) and independent clause (IC)
1. Under the clear blue sky____P
2. While I sat under the clear blue sky____SC
3. The clear blue sky darkened_____IC
4. Since we studied_____SC
5. Going to the beach_____P
6. No one went____IC
7. Before I left for school ____SC
8. After the game ____P
9. If you forget your money ___SC
10. She left it ___IC
III. In each sentence below, underline the independent clause once and the dependent clause twice. Circle the word that makes it a dependent clause.
1. Since you left your coat at home, you will be cold at the bus stop.
2. I don’t have any homework because I finished it in class.
3. I’m going to listen to my iPod while I write my reading letter.
4. Before I turn in my paper, I need to check it for mistakes.
5. If you pass me the book, I can help you.
IV. Application
Write sentences following the directions for each. (Answers may vary and must be original on the quiz)
1. A concise simple sentence
Today is Monday.
2. A sentence that begins with dependent clause
After I finish, I’m going to read my book.
3. A sentence that begins with a prepositional phrase
Before school, I brushed my teeth.
4. A sentence with an independent clause, a dependent clause and a prepositional phrase
After school, I watched TV while I finished my homework.
VI. Be able to combine two independent clauses/simple sentences into one compound sentence.
1. Amy can play the guitar. She can play the piano. ______
2. Andrea likes soccer. Her brother prefers swimming. ______
3. It was storming. The game was cancelled. ______
4. The temperature rose above freezing. The snow finally began to melt. ______
5. No one wants to study. We want to pass the class. ______
VII. Writing sentences
Write a simple sentence with a compound subject. ______
Write a simple sentence with a compound verb. ______
Write a compound sentence connected with a semi-colon. ______
Write a compound sentence connected with a comma and conjunction. ______