Simple / compound / complex sentences

Contains
    Add a header to begin generating the table of contents
    Scroll to Top

    Points to Remember

    a] Simple Sentence : The sentence contains single subject and single verb is called simple sentence.
    Example: The policeman refused to accept Soapy.
    b] Compound Sentence : If two different simple sentences are joined using and/ but is called compound sentence. In the compound sentence, there are two verbs , but subject may be single.
    Example: Soapy left his bench and strolled out of the square.
    c] Complex Sentence: The sentence contains who, which, that, though is called complex sentence. In the complex sentence there are two verbs, but subject may be single.
    Though he is poor, he is happy.

    Examples of  Simple/ Compound /Complex.

    [1]  Sentences of It is/ was + Who/which/that

    Make - Simple.

    Simple: Remove It is/ was + who / which / that and begin the answer with subject.

    Complex: Begin with It is/was and after subject write Who (for person) / which or that (for other) and rewrite the remaining sentence as it is.  

    1. It is the Dr. Mohan who saved my life during the Corona.
    2. It was the heavy storm that caused significant damage to my city.
    3. It was the adventure that taught me valuable life lessons.
    4. It was the book of Swami Vivekananda that changed my 
    5. The social media platform connects millions of people worldwide.
    6. The medicine cured my illness.
    7. The restaurant serves the best meal in town.
    8. Our website provides accurate information on the topic.

    [2]  Sentences of Who/ which/ that

    Simple: Remove who / which / that and make noun (use -ing) of the next verb. 

    Complex: Use Who (for person) / which or that (for other) before the ing (noun) and write verb form according to the tense. 

    1] The team that won the championship exhibited remarkable determination throughout the season.
    2] The intricate pattern on the butterfly's wings, which helps it blend into its surroundings, is a marvel of nature.
    3] The new smartphone, that boasts impressive processing power, is the latest innovation from the tech company.
    4] The endangered species which live in the dense rainforest faces a critical threat.
    5] The ancient civilization, building the majestic pyramids of Egypt remains a mystery to modern historians.
    6] The talented musician, composing a new song has won numerous prestigious awards for his work.
    7] The novel captivating readers worldwide explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
    8] The advanced AI system, utilizing machine learning algorithms, is revolutionizing the field of robotics.

    [3]  Sentences of - And

    Simple: Begin the answer using - Ing (making noun) to the first verb Remove "and" give comma then write first subject and rewrite the second sentence as it is. 

    Compound: Begin the answer with the subject, remove - Ing (noun) of the first verb and write it in the proper tense.  Use "and" to join two sentences removing comma then rewrite the second sentence as it is. 

    1] Soapy left his bench and strolled out of the square
    2] The chef prepared a delicious meal and won the hearts of customers.
    3] She finished writing her novel and left for a walk.
    4] We went on a road trip and explored various picturesque locations.
    5] Learning to speak Spanish fluently, I traveled to Spain to practice.
    6] Launching a new product, the company gained widespread popularity.
    7] Conducting different experiments, the scientist published their findings in a research journal.

    [4]  Sentences of - Though (But)

    Compound: Remove Though and join the sentences using but.

    Complex: Begin with Though and remove but from the sentences.

    1. Mohan studied hard for the exam, but he didn't perform well.
    2. Though the team practiced tirelessly, they couldn't win the championship.
    3. The weather was bad, yet they decided to go on the hike.
    4. Though the movie received mixed reviews, it became a box office hit.
    5. Mrs. Radha had a sore throat, yet she managed to give a remarkable speech.
    6. Though my friends were tired, they stayed up all night to help the flood victim.

    Extra Examples

    Points to Remember

    a] Simple Sentence : The sentence contains single subject and single verb is called simple sentence.
    Example: The policeman refused to accept Soapy.
    b] Compound Sentence : If two different simple sentences are joined using and/ but is called compound sentence. In the compound sentence, there are two verbs , but subject may be single.
    Example: Soapy left his bench and strolled out of the square.
    c] Complex Sentence: The sentence contains who, which, that, though is called complex sentence. In the complex sentence there are two verbs, but subject may be single.
    Though he is poor, he is happy.

    Examples of  Simple/ Compound /Complex.

    [1]  Sentences of It is/ was + Who/which/that

    Make - Simple.

    Simple: Remove It is/ was + who / which / that and begin the answer with subject.

    Complex: Begin with It is/was and after subject write Who (for person) / which or that (for other) and rewrite the remaining sentence as it is.  

    1. It is the Dr. Mohan who saved my life during the Corona.
    2. It was the heavy storm that caused significant damage to my city.
    3. It was the adventure that taught me valuable life lessons.
    4. It was the book of Swami Vivekananda that changed my life.
    5. It is the movie on Indian farmers which won many national and international awards.
    6. It was the most delicious meal which My mother had prepared today.
    7. It is the Indian company that produces only high-quality products.
    8. It was the decision that we have taken for unexpected consequences.
    9. It is the accused whom a very famous lawyer helped in the high-profile case.
    10. It was the beautiful melody that the musician played on the piano.
    11. The social media platform connects millions of people worldwide.
    12. The medicine cured my illness.
    13. The restaurant serves the best meal in town.
    14. Our website provides accurate information on the topic.
    15. The project manager ensures the successful completion of the task.
    16. The team leader should motivate everyone.
    17. The program coordinator handles all the logistics.
    18. The volunteer group made a significant impact on the society.
    19. The documentary raises awareness about an important issue.
    20. The Indian CEO made the company profitable.
    21. Mr. Godbole wrote the best-selling books.
    22. It was Saint Tukaram who established scientific beliefs in the society.
    23. It is the app of police department that helps women in their critical condition.
    24. It is the law that protects the rights of senior citizens.
    25. It is my new phone that everyone is talking about.
    26. It was the online game that destroyed the lives of many students.
    27. Mr. Godbole wrote the best-selling books.
    28. P. T Usha broke the world record.
    29. The new policy promotes environmental protection.
    30. The journalist exposed the corruption scandal.
    31. The charity organization that provides aid in disaster-stricken areas.
    32. P. Gopichand won the gold medal for India.
    33. The website offers a wide range of educational resources.
    34. Rajesh fixed my car in record time.
    35. The entrepreneur founded a successful startup.

    [2]  Sentences of Who/ which/ that

    Simple: Remove who / which / that and make noun (use -ing) of the next verb. 

    Complex: Use Who (for person) / which or that (for other) before the ing (noun) and write verb form according to the tense. 

    1] The team that won the championship exhibited remarkable determination throughout the season.
    2] The intricate pattern on the butterfly's wings, which helps it blend into its surroundings, is a marvel of nature.
    3] The new smartphone, that boasts impressive processing power, is the latest innovation from the tech company.
    4] The endangered species which live in the dense rainforest faces a critical threat.
    5] The ancient civilization, building the majestic pyramids of Egypt remains a mystery to modern historians.
    6] The talented musician, composing a new song has won numerous prestigious awards for his work.
    7] The novel captivating readers worldwide explores the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
    8] The advanced AI system, utilizing machine learning algorithms, is revolutionizing the field of robotics.
    10] The majestic waterfall that cascades down the mountain attracts tourists from all over the world.
    11] The diligent student earning the highest grade in the class spent countless hours studying and researching..
    12] The beautiful painting, which hangs in the gallery, was painted by a famous artist of my town.
    13] The leader who inspired the people with his speeches was elected the Prime Minister.
    14] The breathtaking landscape stretching for miles is an oasis of tranquility among the city life.
    15] The new product, which boasts technology, has become a game-changer in the market.

    [3]  Sentences of - And

    Simple: Begin the answer using - Ing (making noun) to the first verb Remove "and" give comma then write first subject and rewrite the second sentence as it is. 

    Compound: Begin the answer with the subject, remove - Ing (noun) of the first verb and write it in the proper tense.  Use "and" to join two sentences removing comma then rewrite the second sentence as it is. 

    1] Soapy left his bench and strolled out of the square
    2] The chef prepared a delicious meal and won the hearts of customers.
    3] She finished writing her novel and left for a walk.
    4] We went on a road trip and explored various picturesque locations.
    5] Learning to speak Spanish fluently, I traveled to Spain to practice.
    6] Launching a new product, the company gained widespread popularity.
    7] Conducting different experiments, the scientist published their findings in a research journal.
    8] Suhana studied hard for her exams, and she aced them all.
    9] Hiking through the dense forest, we reached the mountain summit.
    10] Jagdish bought a new car, and took his friends for a joyride.
    11] The rain poured down heavily and made the city sea.
    12] Working together diligently, they won the championship.
    13] The children played in the park and laughed gleefully.
    14] The artist painted a beautiful landscape, and displayed it in an art gallery.
    15] John finished his homework and went out to play with his friends.

    [4]  Sentences of - Though (But)

    Compound: Remove Though and join the sentences using but.

    Complex: Begin with Though and remove but from the sentences.

    1. Mohan studied hard for the exam, but he didn't perform well.
    2. Though the team practiced tirelessly, they couldn't win the championship.
    3. The weather was bad, yet they decided to go on the hike.
    4. Though the movie received mixed reviews, it became a box office hit.
    5. Mrs. Radha had a sore throat, yet she managed to give a remarkable speech.
    6. Though my friends were tired, they stayed up all night to help the flood victim.
    7. The restaurant was crowded, but we found a table for two.
    8. Though Mohnish was injured, he insisted on finishing the Yavatmal Monsoon marathon.
    9. My sister was afraid of heights, but she climbed to the top of the mountain.
    10. Though we were late, we continued the party until the early hours.
    11. Tarun was offered a higher salary, but he chose to stay with his current job.
    12. Though all the classmates had disagreements, they remained best friends.
    13. The traffic was heavy, but they reached their destination on time.
    14. Though the water was ice cold, the boys went for a swim in the lake.
    15. The dog was small, but it bravely protected its owner.

     

    online Test.

     

    #1. It was a sunny day that made us happy. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #2. The cat chased the mouse. (Complex)

    Back
    Next Question

    #3. It was the poem, the Money that inspired me to follow the simple life. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #4. It was the teacher who explained the lesson well. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #5. It was a delicious meal that we had for dinner. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #6. It is the car that he drives to work. (simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #7. A big dog barked loudly on the road.

    Back
    Next Question

    #8. It is a problem that needs to be solved. (simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #9. It was the rain that canceled our plans.(Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #10. It is the flower that smells so sweet. (simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #11. It is the bird that sings outside my window every morning. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #12. The rain made the grass wet. (complex)

    Back
    Next Question

    #13. The car broke down on the highway. (complex)

    Back
    Next Question

    #14. It was the recipe that I followed to make the cake. (simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #15. It was the concert that we attended last night. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #16. The brave firefighter rescuing several people from the burning building received a medal of honor. (Make complex)

    Back
    Next Question

    #17. The delicate flower which blooms only once a year is a symbol of beauty.(Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #18. The scientific theory, that challenges conventional wisdom, has sparked intense debates within the academic community. (simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #19. The ambitious project, aiming to colonize another planet, is a testament to human exploration. (Complex)

    Back
    Next Question

    #20. The thrilling adventure novel which transports readers to distant lands has become a bestseller. (Simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #21. My brother practiced the guitar daily and became a skilled musician.(simple)

    Back
    Next Question

    #22. He offered a variety of pastries and sold all the stock to the customers.

    Back
    Next Question

    #23. Preparing for the interview, she confidently answered all the questions. (Compound)

    Back
    Next Question

    #24. The engineer designed an innovative gadget and became popular in the industry. (simple)

    Back
    Check & Share Your Results

    Results

    Congratulations. You have scored more than 70% marks. -Arsod Sir

     

     

    Needs to pay attention to sentences of simple /compound/ complex. - Arsod Sir

    HD Quiz powered by harmonic design

    Br

    1. It is Dr. Mohan who saved my life during the Corona.

    Ans: Dr. Mohan saved my life during the Corona.

    2. It was the heavy storm that caused significant damage to my city.

    Ans: The heavy storm caused significant damage to my city.

    3.  It was the adventure that taught me valuable life lessons.

    Ans: The adventure taught me valuable life lessons.

    4. It was the book of Swami Vivekananda that changed my life.

    Ans: The book of Swami Vivekananda changed my life.

    5. It is the movie on Indian farmers which won many national and international awards.

    Ans: The movie on Indian farmers won many national and international awards.

    6. It was the most delicious meal which the chef had  prepared today.

    Ans: The chef had  prepared the most delicious meal today.

    7. It is the Indian company that produces only high-quality products.

    Ans: The Indian company produces only high-quality products.

    8. It was the decision that we have taken for unexpected consequences.

    Ans: We have taken the decision for unexpected consequences.

    9. It is the accused whom a very famous lawyer helped in the high-profile case.

    Ans: A very famous lawyer helped the accused in the high-profile case.

    10. It was the beautiful melody that the musician played on the piano.

    Ans: The musician played the beautiful melody on the piano.

    11. It is our team that won the world cup for the second time.

    Ans: Our team won the world cup for the second time.

    12. It was Mr. Rajkumar who proposed the groundbreaking legislation.

    Ans: Mr. Rajkumar proposed the groundbreaking legislation.

    13. It is in viewers that my paintings evoke powerful emotions.

    Ans: My paintings evoke powerful emotions in viewers.

    14. It is the Smile Foundation that provides aid to the flood victim.

    Ans: The Smile Foundation provides aid to the flood victim.

    15. It is the project which will transform the Yavatmal's infrastructure.

    Ans: The project will transform the Yavatmal's infrastructure.

    16. It was the iconic building that the architect designed.

    Ans: The architect designed the iconic building.

    17. It is the new government that offers scholarships to talented students.

    Ans: The new government offers scholarships to talented students.

    18. It is the teacher who inspires generations of students.

    Ans: The teacher inspires generations of students.

    19. It is my project that sheds light on a previously unknown phenomenon.

    Ans: My project sheds light on a previously unknown phenomenon.

    20. It was the way of our lives that the invention changed .

    Ans: The invention changed the way of our lives.

    21. It was the software that simplified complex tasks for businesses.

    Ans: The software simplified complex tasks for businesses.

    22. It was Saint Tukaram who established scientific beliefs in the society.

    Ans: Saint Tukaram established scientific beliefs in the society.

    23. It is the app of police department that helps women in their critical condition.

    Ans: The app of police department helps women in their critical condition.

    24. It is the law that protects the rights of senior citizens.

    Ans: The law protects the rights of senior citizens.

    25. It is my new phone that everyone is talking about.

    Ans: Everyone is talking about my new phone.

    26. It was the online game that destroyed the lives of many students.

    Ans:  The online game destroyed the lives of many students.

    Make Complex

    27. The social media platform connects millions of people worldwide.

    Ans: It is the social media platform that connects millions of people worldwide.

    28.  The medicine cured my illness.

    Ans: It was/is the medicine cured my illness.

    29. The restaurant serves the best meal in town.

    Ans:  It is the restaurant that serves the best meal in town.

    30. Our website provides accurate information on the topic.

    Ans:  It is our website which provides accurate information on the topic.

    31. The project manager ensures the successful completion of the task.

    Ans:  It is the project manager who ensures the successful completion of the task.

    32. The team leader should motivate everyone.

    Ans:  It is the team leader who should motivate everyone.

    33. The program coordinator handles all the logistics.

    Ans:  It is the program coordinator who handles all the logistics.

    34. The volunteer made a significant impact on the society.

    Ans:  It was the volunteer who made a significant impact on the society.

    35. The documentary raises awareness about an important issue.

    Ans:  It is the documentary which raises awareness about an important issue.

    36. The Indian CEO made the company profitable.

    Ans:  It was the Indian CEO who made the company profitable.

    37. Mr. Godbole wrote the best-selling books.

    Ans:  It was Mr. Godbole who wrote the best-selling books.

    38. P. T Usha broke the world record.

    Ans:  It was P. T Usha who broke the world record.

    39. The new policy promotes environmental protection.

    Ans:  It is the new policy that promotes environmental protection.

    40. The journalist exposed the corruption scandal.

    Ans:  It was the journalist who exposed the corruption scandal.

    41. The charity organization  provides aid in disaster-stricken areas.

    Ans:  It is the charity organization that provides aid in disaster-stricken areas.

    42. P. Gopichand won the gold medal for India.

    Ans:  It was P. Gopichand who won the gold medal for India.

    43. The website offers a wide range of educational resources.

    Ans:  It is the website that offers a wide range of educational resources.

    44.  Rajesh fixed my car in record time.

    Ans:  It was Rajesh who fixed my car in record time.

    45. The entrepreneur founded a successful startup.

    Ans:  It was the entrepreneur who founded a successful startup.

     

    HSC Board and Test series Papers for download

    HSC Examination Countdown!

    Days
    Hours
    Minutes
    Seconds
    Isha Milind Deshpande
    Isha Milind Deshpande
    Formal Student (Maharashtra Topper)
    I owe my success in 12th-grade English to Arsod Sir at Arsod English Classes. I scored 97 marks in English subject due to Arsod Sir's dedication to teaching, in-depth subject knowledge, and unique teaching methods truly set him apart. Due to Arsod Sir, I not only scored 97 marks in English but also was a topper in english. Highly recommended classes in Yavatmal!
    Shubham Raut
    Shubham Raut
    Student of 12th
    Arsod sir is the best teacher for class 12, English. Arsod English classes provide perfect notes as well as clear personal doubts . every week or after topic completion, Sir takes the test and gives suggestions for improvement of answer. Arsod sir's teaching methods is nice. I not only improved my English skills but also developed a genuine love for the subject. Highly recommended!
    Prital Ashok Jaisingpure
    Prital Ashok Jaisingpure
    Student of 12th
    I wanted to express my gratitude for the excellent experience I've had in your English coaching class. The materials provided were comprehensive and well-structured, making the learning process effective. His passion for teaching, personalized attention, and ability to simplify complex concepts are unparalleled.. Thank you for helping me develop my English proficiency!
    • Online & Offline Classes

      Students can attend online or offline classes according to their convenience. Limited strength in each batch. Modern, innovative concepts based but simple teaching method. Disciplined and highly feasible learning environment.

    • Excellent Previous Result

      Every year 100% result. In the exam of 2022, our two students are highest in Maharashtra. Completion of syllabus within stipulated time period..

    • Quality Study Material

      Notes of all chapters, poems, and novels are provided in pdf and printed form. From the content rich notes learn tips, tricks and strategies.

    • Regular Weekly Revision Tests

      We conduct regular offline test on each and every topic, daily online test. Regular doubt clearing sessions. Every Sunday special classes for weak students.

    • Long Teaching Experience

      More than 35 years' teaching experience. Student centered and Exam oriented teaching as well as individual attention.

    [school_management_noticeboard]

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *