INDIAN SCHOOL AL SEEB
DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH: 2024-2025
Resource Person: Ms. Sisira Sineesh Worksheet No.: 8
Ref. Book: Collins English Grammar Subject: English
Topic: Sentences- Simple, Compound&Complex
Name of the Student: __________________ Roll No.:
Class & Section: VIII ___________________ Date:
SENTENCES- SIMPLE, COMPOUND&COMPLEX
Sentences are categorized according to the number and types of clauses they contain. The names of the four
types of sentences are simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex.
Simple Sentence: A simple sentence has the most basic elements that make it a sentence: a subject, a
verb, and a completed thought.
Examples:
The plane flew over the stadium.
Joe waited for the train.
A simple sentence can also be referred to as an independent clause. It is referred to as "independent" because,
while it might be part of a compound or complex sentence, it can also be a complete sentence.
Compound Sentence: A compound sentence refers to a sentence made up of two independent clauses
(or complete sentences) connected with a coordinating conjunction.
An independent clause is a part of a sentence that can stand alone because it contains a subject and a verb and
expresses a complete thought.
A compound sentence contains two simple sentences. Coordinating conjunctions are easy to remember if you
think of the words "FANBOYS": For, And, Nor, But, Or, So, Yet.
Examples:
I haven't seen that movie yet; we should go see it together this weekend.
I love my dog, and he is my best friend.
Complex Sentence: A complex sentence contains one independent clause and one or more dependent
clauses (dependent clauses usually begin with a subordinate conjunction such as after, although, as,
because, before, if, since, though, unless, until, when, whenever, where, wherever, while)
Examples:
I love going outside when the weather is warm.
Though he is talented, he often underestimates his abilities.
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I. Read the following sentences, and indicate whether each is simple, compound, or complex.
Example: I’m going to bed early because I’m tired. Complex
1. Susan likes chemistry, but she likes physics better. __________
2. Since we’ve lost every game, no one is excited about football this year. _________
3. We rang the doorbell, but no one answered it. _______
4. I wrote Jane a letter while she was away at camp. _________
5. Have you seen Mr. Nelson’s Garden at the back of his house? _________
6. When Miss Jones entered the room, we all became quiet. _________
7. When I’m tired, I’m not a good company for anyone. _________
8. Wandering up the path, Mr. Cutter approached the house. _________
9. Susan sang a solo and accompanied herself on the piano. __________
10. When the rain began, we were playing tennis. _________
II. Combine the given pairs of sentences into compound sentences. You can use a coordinating
conjunction to join the sentences.
My father is a doctor. He
works in a hospital.
a. The boy said: __________________________________.
b. The man thought: _________________________________________________
She didn't like her new shoes. She wore
them anyway.
c. Mother said: ______________________________________________.
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III. Match the following to frame complex sentences.
A B C
when I swallowed toothpaste. I always buy a chocolate.
while We have to go to bed. He got A in all subjects.
before The commander rode in the The clock strikes 9 O’clock.
parade.
Even though I go to the shop. Brushing the teeth.
John did not study for his test. He gave a speech.
a. __________________________________________________________________________.
b. __________________________________________________________________________.
c. __________________________________________________________________________.
d. __________________________________________________________________________.
e. __________________________________________________________________________.
IV. Expand the sentences using the words given in the bracket.
Eg: I will wear a hat.(until)
I will wear a hat until it stops raining.
a. She will take you to the mall.(Although)
_________________________________________________.
b. You must shower.( before)
_____________________________________________________.
c. They need to practice every day.(if)
_____________________________________________________.
d. They will eat their dinner. (once)
_____________________________________________________.
e. He emptied the garbage. (after)
_____________________________________________________.
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f. I like reading.(Whenever)
______________________________________________________.
V. Convert the sentences using the coordinating conjunctions.
a. I received a message from him. I couldn't reply immediately.
____________________________________________________.
b. She was supposed to present the project. He volunteered to do it instead.
___________________________________________________________.
c. It was a rainy day. We decided to go for a walk.
___________________________________________________________.
d. He will pick you up. We will arrange a cab for you.
___________________________________________________________.
e. We were lost. We asked a passerby for directions.
____________________________________________________________.
f. Inform them about the change. You will have to deal with the consequences.
____________________________________________________________.
g. My mother was cooking dinner. I washed the dishes.
_____________________________________________________________.
VI. Read the following paragraph and mark the sentences as-simple, compound and complex.
On a warm summer afternoon, the park was bustling with activity. Families gathered for picnics, and
children played games on the grassy fields. The sun was shining brightly, casting long shadows across
the playground equipment. Birds chirped cheerfully from the trees, and a gentle breeze carried the
scent of blooming flowers. Although it was quite hot, the cool shade provided by the large oak trees
offered a welcome respite. Many people sought refuge under the leafy canopy, enjoying the refreshing
lemonade and iced tea they had brought with them. A group of friends decided to play a game of
soccer, their laughter echoing through the park as they chased the ball. When they grew tired, they lay
on the soft grass, watching the clouds drift lazily across the sky. As the sun began to set, the sky
turned into a canvas of vibrant colors, painting a breathtaking view. It was a perfect day, filled with
joy and relaxation, creating memories that would last a lifetime.
As the evening approached, families started packing up their picnics and gathering their belongings.
Some children reluctantly left the playground, while others promised to return the next day. The park
slowly began to quiet down, and the sounds of nature became more pronounced. Crickets started their
nighttime symphony, and fireflies began to dance in the dusky light. As the last rays of sunlight faded,
the sky became a canvas of twinkling stars, bringing a peaceful end to a beautiful day.
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