Section A: For each pair of sentences below, decide if A or B is the simple sentence.
1. A. Bob walked across the street.
B. Bob walked across the street before the light turned red.
2. A. Frank and Carol are having a party.
B. Frank had a party, but Carol did not come.
3. A. Is it raining outside, or did the rain stop?
B. Did the rain stop?
4. A. I hope you have enough gas to get you to school.
B. Be sure to get gas soon.
5. A. John ran the mile and threw the discus.
B. John ran the mile before he went to lunch.
6. A. Be sure to bring your computer because we have a meeting after school.
B. Be sure to bring your computer and your notebook for the meeting.
7. A. I can’t believe that you have won the lottery!
B. You won the lottery!
8. A. Jeff is playing his harmonica while Susan sings.
B. Jeff is playing his harmonica and singing.
Answers: 1- A; 2- A; 3- B; 4-B; 5-A; 6- B; 7-B; 8-B.