Simple Sentence Test B

 

Part 1: For each group of words, list “S” for sentence or “F” for fragment. (2 pts. Each)

  1. Don’t go yet
  2. From beyond the wall came a voice
  3. The bird on the highest branch of the tree
  4. How much will a new one cost
  5. Alfred Nobel, founder of the famous Nobel prizes
  6. From two to four each afternoon
  7. Silk is a strong natural fiber
  8. I agree
  9. Over two hundred bones in the human skeleton
  10. Paul took his skateboard to the park

 

Part 2: Rewrite each fragment, making it into a sentence. Words can be added, in front of, behind, or amongst the words given. (4 pts. Each)

  1. In the vacant lot on the corner
  2. Redwoods, the tallest living trees
  3. Is important to me
  4. During the storm
  5. Won the game

 

Part 3: Write the subject and verb for each sentence. (2 pts. Each answer.)

  1. My brother attends the University of Rhode Island.
  2. The players on the softball team thanked their coach.
  3. The butterfly in the yard is a monarch.
  4. Toward the end of the story, Jill guessed the outcome.
  5. In addition to sandwiches, the cafeteria now serves salads.
  6. Tom spent last summer at his aunt’s ranch.
  7. After dinner each evening, Sharon practices the piano.
  8. The leash dragged on the ground behind the dog.
  9. Fresh strawberries taste delicious.
  10. Both bikes were in the garage last night.

 

Part 4: Write the helper verb; then write the main verb. (2 pts. Each answer.)

  1. I should leave for my guitar lesson.
  2. The film will still be showing Friday.
  3. We have always visited them on Thanksgiving.
  4. The pilot could not have seen us.
  5. Alice hasn’t been swimming for a while.

 

Part 5: Write the subject and verb for each sentence. (2 pts. Each answer.)

  1. There will be a meeting after school today.
  2. Last year there was a parade on the Fourth of July.
  3. Can you give me some advice?
  4. After this scene comes a short intermission.
  5. Here is the letter from France.
  6. Are there bones in the fish?
  7. On every wall hung bright pennants.
  8. Give me a hint.
  9. Onto the field rushed the team.
  10. Here is the main entrance.

 

 

 

 

Part 6: For each sentence, write the direct object (DO) if any, and write the indirect object (IO) if any.  If there is not an object, leave it blank. (1 pt. Each answer)

  1. The chief gave the reporter a scoop.
  2. I saw Susan at lunch today.
  3. Did the operator give you my message?
  4. Joyce sold her neighbor two boxes of cookies.
  5. Our family eats dinner early on Sundays.
  6. The plane landed precisely on time.

 

Part 7: Decide whether the underlined word is a DO or a PW.  (2 pts. Each)

  1. Spring is my favorite season of the year.
  2. The sailor raised the telescope to his eye.
  3. The spaghetti smells delicious.
  4. Seth has been a scout for four years.
  5. Tina seemed distressed this afternoon.
  6. A magician performed some marvelous tricks.
  7. Does my suggestion interest you?
  8. Photography can be an expensive hobby.

 

Part 8: Write the compound parts in each sentence. Then write whether they are Subjects, Verbs, Direct Objects, or Predicate Words.  (2 pts. Each answer)

  1. Your mother phoned and left a message.
  2. Behind our float marched the band and the team.
  3. The organizers were Lucille and Gina.
  4. You’ll find extra cups and saucers on the top shelf.
  5. Did the thunder and lightning frighten you?
  6. We have both a cat and a dog.
  7. The meal was simple but delicious.
  8. Go first and lead the way.