Sentence Types Flashcards

(24 cards)

1
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Despite the warnings from experts the company proceeded.

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Simple

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2
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After years of training the athlete finally qualified.

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Simple

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3
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Running late she skipped breakfast.

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Simple

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4
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The committee reviewed the proposal thoroughly and they postponed the vote.

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Compound

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5
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He could accept the offer now or he could wait for a better opportunity.

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Compound

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6
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The storm intensified overnight so the evacuation orders were expanded.

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Compound

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7
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Although the evidence was compelling the jury remained unconvinced.

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Complex

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8
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She adjusted the schedule because the deadline had been moved.

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Complex

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9
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When the results were announced everyone held their breath.

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Complex

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10
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Although the research was incomplete the team published the findings and they invited peer review.

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Compound-Complex

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11
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When the negotiations stalled the mediator intervened but the agreement remained elusive.

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Compound-Complex

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12
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After the system was upgraded the software ran faster and users reported fewer errors.

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Compound-Complex

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13
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During the blackout the city fell silent.

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Simple

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14
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Exhausted from the hike he collapsed.

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Simple

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15
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To win the case the lawyer worked relentlessly.

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Simple

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16
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The alarm sounded and everyone evacuated.

17
Q

She wanted to continue the experiment but funding disappeared.

18
Q

The lights flickered so the audience grew uneasy.

19
Q

While the professor explained the theory the students took notes.

20
Q

Because the roads were flooded travel was restricted.

21
Q

If the data supports the claim the theory will change.

22
Q

While the deadline approached the team revised the report and they met nightly.

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Compound-Complex

23
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If the engine fails the pilot will land safely but the mission will end.

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Compound-Complex

24
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After the verdict was announced the crowd reacted loudly and reporters rushed forward.

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Compound-Complex