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Compound Sentences

Definition


A Compound Sentence is a sentence that joins two simple sentences together with a comma, conjunction or semicolon.
Simple Sentence =
Independent Clause
Compound Sentence =

Independent Clause + Independent Clause

What?


An independent clause is a clause that can stand alone. It is a group of words that contains a subject and verb and expresses a complete thought.
An independent clause is a sentence.

Fixing Choppy Sentences


Ex) The cat was happy.
Ex) He slept underneath the bed.
Compound= The cat was happy, he slept underneath the bed.

Combining Clauses


There are three ways to combine independent causes to make a compound sentence:
 Comma
Conjunction
Semicolon
For
And
Nor
But
Or
Yet
So

Comma + Conjunction


Ex) The teens walked to the park but it was closed.
Ex) The gentleman did not know where the sound came from, so he hid behind the tree.

Semicolon


 You can also use a semicolon to create a compound sentence since the two statements are equal.
 Ex) The teacher applauded the class; the kids beamed with pride.
Ex) The dog ate; the cat slept.

Now, it is your turn!


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