In the following question, from the four options, select the option that correctly identifies the type of sentence.
Will you rest first or should I bring food for you?

1. A

   Declarative sentence

2. B

   Compound sentence

3. C

   Simple sentence

4. D

   Complex sentence

Appeared in: DSSSB -28 August 2019 (Shift-2)

Explanation

• The sentence is composed of two independent clauses: (1) "Will you rest first" and (2) "should I bring food for you?".
• An independent clause is a complete thought that can stand on its own as a sentence.
• These two independent clauses are connected by the coordinating conjunction "or".
• A sentence structure with two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So) is the definition of a compound sentence.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option A: A declarative sentence makes a statement and ends with a period. The given sentence is interrogative as it asks a question and ends with a question mark.
• Option C: A simple sentence contains only one independent clause. This sentence contains two independent clauses.
• Option D: A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent (or subordinate) clause. This sentence has two independent clauses and no dependent clauses.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Identification of sentence types based on clause structure as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• This question tests fundamental English grammar and is not related to clinical nursing practice.
• Clear and correct sentence construction is crucial for accurate documentation and effective communication in all professional settings, including healthcare.
• What if the sentence was 'You should rest first, because you are tired'? The conjunction 'because' introduces a dependent clause, making it a complex sentence, not a compound one.

How to Approach the Question

• First, read the sentence carefully: "Will you rest first or should I bring food for you?".
• Identify the clauses in the sentence. A clause is a group of words with a subject and a verb.
• Determine if the clauses are independent (can stand alone) or dependent (cannot stand alone).
• In this case, 'Will you rest first' and 'should I bring food for you' are both complete questions and can stand alone, making them independent clauses.
• Look for a conjunction joining the clauses. Here, the coordinating conjunction 'or' is used.
• Apply the definitions: A sentence with two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction is a compound sentence.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Identification of sentence types based on clause structure.
• Stem keywords: sentence type, Will you rest first or should I bring food for you?
• Lead-in keywords: correctly identifies

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Reference Book

E6 Psychology Morgan King 9e Part 1 pp. 275-277, 274-276