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Sentence Types Practice Test

Practice various sentence structures for exam success.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Dallas Sim AuthorUpdated Aug 27, 2025
Difficulty: Moderate
Grade: Grade 5
Study OutcomesCheat Sheet
Paper art illustrating a Sentence Type Challenge quiz for middle school English learners.

This sentence types practice quiz helps you learn to tell simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences apart. Work through 20 quick questions at your own pace to build grammar skills, spot gaps before an exam, and feel more sure when you write.

Identify the sentence type by purpose: The sun sets behind the hills.
Declarative
Exclamatory
Interrogative
Imperative
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Identify the sentence type by purpose: What time does the library close?
Interrogative
Imperative
Exclamatory
Declarative
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Identify the sentence type by purpose: Please pass the salt.
Declarative
Interrogative
Exclamatory
Imperative
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Identify the sentence type by purpose: How amazing this view is!
Exclamatory
Declarative
Imperative
Interrogative
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A simple sentence contains exactly one independent clause and no dependent clauses.
True
False
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Choose the best label for sentence structure: I forgot my keys because I hurried out the door.
Complex
Compound
Compound-complex
Simple
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Identify the coordinating conjunction joining the clauses: We could stay home, or we could go to the park.
because
or
when
although
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Determine the sentence structure: Because it was raining, the parade was postponed, and the streets were empty.
Compound
Complex
Compound-complex
Simple
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An exclamatory sentence must always contain interjections like "wow" or "oh."
False
True
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Identify the sentence type by purpose: When will you submit the report?
Exclamatory
Imperative
Interrogative
Declarative
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Identify the error type: The movie was long it was very interesting.
Run-on sentence (fused)
Parallelism error
Sentence fragment
Comma splice
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Choose the correct fix to create a compound sentence: The road was icy we drove slowly.
The road was icy, we drove slowly.
The road was icy, so we drove slowly.
Because the road was icy. We drove slowly.
The road was icy and because we drove slowly.
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Determine the structure: The book that you lent me was fascinating.
Compound-complex
Simple
Compound
Complex
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A relative clause introduced by "that" or "which" is a type of dependent clause that can make a sentence complex.
True
False
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Select the sentence that is compound-complex.
The team was nervous, but they played well.
The team played well and won the match.
Although the team was nervous, they played well, and they won the match.
Although the team was nervous, they played well.
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Select the sentence that is a fragment.
The hallway was dark, but we found the exit.
The hallway was dark.
Although it was dark, we kept walking.
Because the hallway was dark.
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Determine the structure: She writes articles that inform readers and that challenge assumptions, and editors appreciate her clarity.
Complex
Compound-complex
Compound
Simple
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Only sentences with two or more verbs can be simple sentences.
False
True
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Identify the clause type in quotes: I believe "that he will arrive on time."
Adjective clause
Independent clause
Adverb clause
Noun clause
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Choose the best label for structure: The scientist explained the results and answered questions from the audience.
Compound
Simple
Compound-complex
Complex
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify different types of sentences including declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory.
  2. Analyze sentence structures to determine key components and their functions.
  3. Evaluate the grammatical accuracy of various sentence constructions.
  4. Apply learned grammar rules to correctly classify sentence types.
  5. Synthesize grammar concepts to enhance overall writing clarity and style.

Sentence Types Test: Practice Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the four main sentence types - Sentence types are the superheroes of grammar! Knowing declarative (statements), interrogative (questions), imperative (commands), and exclamatory (strong emotion) forms will give your writing super clarity and flair.
  2. Practice spotting sentence types - Turn detective on your own writing by watching for punctuation and structure clues - questions end with "?", exclamations with "!". This simple habit trains your eye to recognize and use each sentence power with confidence.
  3. Transform sentences for versatility - Flex your creative muscles by converting a boring statement into a curious question or an energetic command. This shape-shifting practice keeps readers on their toes and makes writing feel fresh.
  4. Master coordinating conjunctions - "And," "but," and "or" are your tools for building compound sentences that balance ideas like a pro. Recognizing how they link independent clauses will help you craft smoother, more complex thoughts.
  5. Spot complex sentences - A complex sentence pairs an independent clause with one or more dependent clauses introduced by words like "because" or "although." Identifying them lets you weave richer detail and logical flow into your writing.
  6. Avoid run‑ons and fragments - Every sentence needs at least a subject and verb - otherwise you'll end up with a fragment or a run‑on that trips up readers. Keeping this checklist handy ensures crisp, clear sentences every time.
  7. Punctuate with precision - Periods, question marks, and exclamation points aren't just decorations - they shout out your intended tone and meaning. Practicing correct punctuation is like giving your writing a reliable GPS.
  8. Identify and correct mistakes - Roll up your sleeves and dive into error‑finding exercises that challenge you to fix sentence structure mishaps. This hands‑on workout cements your understanding and builds instant confidence.
  9. Test yourself with interactive quizzes - Quizzes and games turn review into an adventure - plus, instant feedback reveals your strongest skills and spots for improvement. Regular self‑checks keep your grammar game sharp.
  10. Vary sentence types for impact - A mix of statements, questions, commands, and exclamations makes your writing pop like a fireworks show. Experimenting with different structures keeps readers engaged and eager for more.
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