Difficulty: Hard

Average Score: 43%

Which of which of the following is a compound-complex sentence?

Rationale

Since we like to go on roller coasters, we go all the time, but we have not been on that coaster yet.

This sentence qualifies as a compound-complex sentence because it contains at least one dependent clause ("Since we like to go on roller coasters") and two independent clauses ("we go all the time" and "we have not been on that coaster yet") connected by a coordinating conjunction ("but").

A (I want to go on vacation with Sally to Mexico, Costa Rica, and Florida.) YOUR ANSWER

This sentence is a simple sentence. It contains a single independent clause expressing a complete thought without any dependent clauses or additional independent clauses, thus failing to meet the criteria for a compound-complex sentence.

B (Even though the sun was shining, my mother told me I could not go to the pool.) YOUR ANSWER

While this sentence includes one independent clause and one dependent clause, it is classified as a complex sentence. The presence of only one independent clause means it does not qualify as compound-complex since it lacks multiple independent clauses.

C (Holly needs to go to the grocery store, but she does not have enough time to go there today.) YOUR ANSWER

This sentence is a compound sentence because it contains two independent clauses linked by the conjunction "but." However, it does not include any dependent clauses, which disqualifies it from being a compound-complex sentence.

Conclusion

A compound-complex sentence must feature at least two independent clauses and one dependent clause. The correct example, "Since we like to go on roller coasters, we go all the time, but we have not been on that coaster yet," showcases this structure, incorporating both types of clauses. The other options fail to meet these criteria, as they either consist of a single clause or lack the necessary combination of dependent and independent clauses.

Related Questions

View all