Simple, Compound & Complex

Browse our collection of sentence structure worksheets and activities aimed at helping learners understand the difference between simple, compound and complex sentences. These resources also help teach how to form and use the different structures effectively. Watch our Simple, Compound, Complex video.

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Using Conjunctions Card Set

Use conjunctions to turn simple sentences into compound sentences. Laminate for a longer lasting resource.

Using Conjunctions Sheet

Use the given conjunctions to turn simple sentences into compound sentences.

Finish the Simple Sentences (2)

Fill in the blanks to complete the simple sentences.

Finish the Simple Sentences (1)

Fill in the blanks to complete the simple sentences.

Choosing Conjunctions (2)

Choose a conjunction to complete each sentence.

Choosing Conjunctions (1)

Choose a conjunction to complete each sentence.

Using Conjunctions

Choose a conjunction to join each sentence pair.

Writing Independent Clauses: Complex Sentences (2)

Create complex sentences by adding an independent clause to each dependent clause.

Writing Independent Clauses: Complex Sentences (1)

Create complex sentences by adding an independent clause to each dependent clause.

Dependent & Independent Clause Match (2)

Join matching simple clauses.

Dependent & Independent Clause Match (1)

Join matching simple clauses.

Writing Dependent Clauses: Complex Sentences (3)

Create complex sentences by adding a dependent clause to each independent clause.

Writing Dependent Clauses: Complex Sentences (2)

Create complex sentences by adding a dependent clause to each independent clause.

Writing Dependent Clauses: Complex Sentences (1)

Create complex sentences by adding a dependent clause to each independent clause.

Matching Independent Clauses (3)

Join matching simple sentences. Rewrite each simple sentence pair as a compound sentence using a conjunction.

Matching Independent Clauses (2)

Join matching simple sentences. Rewrite each simple sentence pair as a compound sentence using a conjunction.

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English /Grammar & Language /Sentence Types & Structures /Simple, Compound & Complex