Complex Sentences
“Modern Art”
Examples: Below are 3 complex sentences about this art piece.
1. Before we look at the art form known as Dada, we will look at Abstraction.
2. Many people enjoy Abstract art; while only a few appreciate Dada.
3. While some people may enjoy Abstract and Dada, others prefer Impressionism.
Reminder: A complex sentence has at least one dependent clause and one independent clause. Also,
remember to use the correct conjunction to join your clauses.
Practice: Now you write 5 complex sentences about the picture.
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5. ________________________________________________________________________
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Self-Check
1. Does each sentence have an independent clause? Box it.
2. Does each independent clause have a subject? Underline it.
3. Does each independent clause have a verb? Circle it.
4. Does each sentence have at least one dependent clause introduced by a subordinating
conjunction or a relative pronoun? Underline the dependent clause twice and place a triangle
over the subordinating conjunction or relative pronoun.
5. Does each sentence start with a capital letter?
6. Does each sentence end with punctuation?
Good Job!