Quick! 25 points! which are simple sentences? check all that apply. the bell rang two minutes ago, but three desks are still empty. students with watches are much more likely to be punctual. students must record assignments, gather materials, and proceed to class. if students stop at their lockers, it is a greater challenge to get to class on time. punctual students are able to start class feeling organized and capable. it is not 2 and 5

I believe the answer is 2, 3 and 5.

Explanation:

simple sentence:

1. Must have a subject and a verb.  (All of these do).

2. Must express a complete thought.  (All of these do).

3. Must only have one clause.

The bell rang two minutes ago. Three desks are still empty.

3. NO, two clauses.

Students with watches are much more likely to be punctual.

3, Yes 1 clause.

Students must record assignments, gather materials, and proceed to class.

3. Yes, 1 clause. (That's a list so it's still a single clause).

If students stop at their lockers, it is a greater challenge to get to class on time.

3. No, two clauses

Punctual students are able to start class feeling organized and capable.

3. yes.

The simple sentences ARE in fact sentences 2 and 5  (And sentence 3 as well.)

Explanation:

this is b. how railways dealt with people riding the trains without paying