Name: ____________________________​
Do Now #2 / Review for the Test ​
Simple, Compound, or Complex Sentence
Directions: Determine whether each set of words is a simple, compound, or complex sentence.
1.​ ____ Winter is a time of cold temperatures and snowy landscapes.
2.​ ____ The days are shorter, and the nights are longer.
3.​ ____ While some people enjoy winter sports, others prefer staying indoors by the fire.
4.​ ____ As snowflakes fall softly from the sky, a fluffy white blanket covers the ground.
5.​ ____ I love drinking hot chocolate during winter, but my brother prefers warm tea.
6.​ ____ As the wind picks up, the cold air bites at your skin.
7.​ ____ Although winter can be beautiful, it often makes commuting difficult.
8.​ ____ People wear thick coats and scarves to stay warm, and they often enjoy cozy gatherings.
9.​ ____ While winter can be harsh, it offers a peaceful quietness that other seasons lack.
10.​ ____ Although the world is transformed into a winter wonderland, the ground shimmers under
a blanket of fresh snow.
Punctuating Compound Sentences
Directions: Should there be a comma before the highlighted word?
11.​The wind was strong, and the snow was falling heavily.
a.​ Keep the comma or Remove the comma?
12.​Nate and I dressed up for Halloween.
a.​ Does the sentence need a comma before the highlighted word? Yes / No
13.​Mr. Lucano wants a yo-yo or slime for his birthday.
a.​ Does the sentence need a comma before the highlighted word? Yes / No
14.​My cousin couldn’t see the ice rink or the performers from where she was sitting.
a.​ Does the sentence need a comma before the highlighted word? Yes / No
15.​ Mr. Lucano ran 5 miles this morning and was ready for a nap by noon.
a.​ Does the sentence need a comma before the highlighted word? Yes / No