Asked by Jason

Is the following simple, compound, comples, or compound complex sentences?

The shopping mall has a store that sells nothing but clocks.

The governor chose the best people whom we could find for the committee; Mr. Dobbs was appointed committee chairman.
Answered by John
How about these?

The most valuable of the prizes was wrapped in tattered and dirty paper.

People who expect special treatment are often disappointed.
Answered by Ms. Sue
1. complex

2. compound-complex


Answered by Ms. Sue
What do you think the second two sentences are?

I'll be glad to check your answers.
Answered by John
Top sentence is complex

Bottom sentence is simple
Answered by Ms. Sue
Nope for both of them.

Study this site.

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Answered by John
First is simple

Second is complex
Answered by Ms. Sue
Now they are right. :-)
Answered by John
The family planned outdoor activities for every day of vacation; however, bad weather interfered with the plans.

Compound?

What we learned about France made us eager to visit that country, but we don't save money quickly, so the trip will not come soon.

Compound complex
Answered by Ms. Sue
Right.
Answered by John
Thanks!
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're welcome.
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