State whether the following sentences are simple, compound or complex.
Answers
1. Soldiers were forbidden to fraternize with local citizens. (Simple)
2. There was a lot of frantic activity just before the royal visitors arrived. (Complex)
3. Do you remember the fragrance of lilacs after a rain? (Simple)
4. A liking for flattery was one of his frailties. (Simple)
5. Perhaps certain gifted persons can foretell the future. (Simple)
6. Fold the napkins and put one by each plate. (Compound)
7. The preacher said that one of the brothers had strayed from the fold. (Complex)
8. I hated the show but it has a large following. (Compound)
9. He eluded his followers by crossing the river. (Simple)
10. Who will follow the prime minister when he retires? (Complex)
11. The rains flooded the farmlands and destroyed all crops. (Compound)
12. The dinner party was a flop because the guest of honor didn’t show up. (Complex)
