Which of these is a simple sentence? a. the clown frightened the little girl, and she ran off screaming when she saw it. c. my brother is fun to be around until he starts making animal sounds. b. my aunt enjoyed taking the hayride through the overgrown pumpkin patch. d. even though many kids may not like fall festivals, i love going to them. select the best answer from the choices provided a b c d

A

Explanation:

a. The clown frightened the little girl, and she ran off screaming when she saw it.

B is the correct answer.

Explanation:

If you think about it there is a complete subject, a complete predicate and it does not run on. Let me know if there are any more questions about this.

the following key ideas correctly express the key sentence.

restate key idea: most people can learn to swim in ten short lessons.

restate key idea: the majority of water-accident victims require mouth-to-mouth breathing.

restate key idea: an empty, tightly closed gallon jug will support a tired swimmer.  

restate key idea: first aid is to prevent accidents as well as assist in rescue.

explanation: the key idea needs to have the same topic as the key sentence (drowning and safety).

they are direct opposites. they can both be corrupted. they are inseparable.