Sentence Types:Structural

classification Compiled by: Belachew Weldegebriel

Jimma University CSSH

Department of English Language and Literature

Part 2 Compound Sentence & Exercise

A compound-complex sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

The same subordinating conjunctions are used to introduce the dependent clauses.

The same coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS) are used for joining the independent clauses.

Example: The package arrived in the afternoon, but the courier left before I could check the contents.

4. Compound Complex Sentence

Though Martha prefers watching romantic films, she rented the latest spy thriller, and she enjoyed it very much.

 Although I like to go camping, I haven't had the time to go lately, and I haven't found anyone to go with.

Laura forgot her friend's birthday, so she sent her a card when she finally remembered.

The team captain jumped for joy, and the fans cheered because we won the state championship.

More Examples

1. Because I am an English teacher, some people expect me to speak perfectly, and other people expect me to write perfectly.

2. I missed the surprise ending because I left the play early.

3. Tayitu was invited to a party, so she wants to buy a new outfit.

4. Some of the books in the library will be given to charity.

5. Girma and his brother went fishing last weekend and caught lots of fish.

Exercise Identification of sentence Types (simple, Compound, etc)

6. Since we bought our new wide-screen television, the prices have dropped dramatically.7. My father and mother ate too much at our family reunion.8. The sun rises in the east; it sets in the west.9. My friend invited me to a party, but I do not want to go.10. Although my friend invited me to a party, I do not want to go.11. Canada is a rich country.

12. Kelemua and Nigatua whispered and giggled all night.

13. Tilahun went to school today, but Bruk remained at home.

14. Those clouds promise rain, so we should hurry up and leave before we get caught in a flash flood.

15. The teacher walked into the classroom, greeted the students, and took attendance.

16. Nahom passed the test because he studied hard and understood the material.

17. Hirut passed the test because she studied hard. 18. My friend invited me to a party, but I don’t want to go. 19. Brazil and the United States are large countries.20. I stopped believing in Santa Claus when he asked for my autograph in a department store, but I still want to believe in him.