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ACT English Sentence Structure
This deck covers key concepts of sentence structure, including subjects, clauses, and sentence types, to help students prepare for the ACT English section.
What is a subject in a sentence?
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Term
Definition
What is a subject in a sentence?
The person, place, thing, or idea doing or being something
Which connector joins two independent clauses in a compound sentence?
Coordinator
Which of the following is NOT a coordinator?
Because
Identify the sentence structure: 'Because the campus was closed, students accessed their online portal from home.'
Complex sentence
What is the formula for a compound-complex sentence?
2+ Independent Clauses + 1+ Dependent Clause
Which relative pronoun should be used to refer to people?
Who
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
What is a subject in a sentence? | The person, place, thing, or idea doing or being something |
Which connector joins two independent clauses in a compound sentence? | Coordinator |
Which of the following is NOT a coordinator? | Because |
Identify the sentence structure: 'Because the campus was closed, students accessed their online portal from home.' | Complex sentence |
What is the formula for a compound-complex sentence? | 2+ Independent Clauses + 1+ Dependent Clause |
Which relative pronoun should be used to refer to people? | Who |
Which sentence correctly demonstrates a simple sentence structure? | The university library contains extensive research databases. |
What is the role of a dependent clause in a sentence? | To provide additional information that cannot stand alone |
Which of these best represents a compound sentence? | Students studied hard, and they passed their exams. |
Why is varying sentence structures important in academic writing? | It ensures clarity, precision, and sophistication |
What is a compound sentence? | A sentence with two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinator. |
What is a complex sentence? | A sentence with one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. |
What is a simple sentence? | A sentence with one independent clause and no dependent clauses. |
What is an independent clause? | A group of words with a subject and predicate that expresses a complete thought. |
What is a dependent clause? | A group of words with a subject and predicate that does not express a complete thought. |
What are FANBOYS? | A mnemonic for the coordinators: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So. |
What is the role of a coordinator? | To join two independent clauses in a compound sentence. |
What is the difference between a coordinator and a subordinator? | A coordinator joins independent clauses, while a subordinator introduces dependent clauses. |
Give an example of a sentence with a subordinator. | Although it was raining, we went for a walk. |
What is the purpose of using different sentence structures? | To enhance the readability and engagement of writing. |