1. Simple Compound Complex Compound-Complex
Sentence Varieties
Simple
Compound
Complex
Compound-Complex

2. For the first time in his life, Luke saw the ocean.
Which One?
For the first time in his life, Luke saw the ocean.
Simple Sentence

3. Which One?
Kathryn’s scene is in the last act of the play, so she must wait in the wings for her cue.
Compound

4. When I hear classical music, I think of Aunt Sofia.
Which One?
When I hear classical music, I think of Aunt Sofia.
Complex

5. Which One?
After they arrived on the first day of school, the students reported to their homerooms; they listened to their teachers describe opening day procedures.
Compound-Complex

6. Which One?
In Central Park my family and I can enjoy a little bit of nature in the middle of a bustling city.
Simple Sentence

7. Which One?
My older sister, who is on the varsity basketball team, practices every day after school.
Complex

8. Which One?
My favorite places are Miami, Florida and Aspen, Colorado; Kelly’s favorites are San Diego, California, and Seattle, Washington.
Compound

9. Which One?
No one was injured in the fire, but several homes were destroyed, and many trees burned down.
Compound

10. Last month a pair of purple finches followed me along the pond.
Which One?
Last month a pair of purple finches followed me along the pond.
Simple Sentence

11. Which One?
Although the game started late, it was an exciting competition, and the fans could not tear their eyes away from the action.
Compound-Complex