Instructions
Read the information below about simple and compound sentences. Then complete the exercises that follow.
What is a Simple Sentence?
A simple sentence consists of one independent clause. It has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
Example: The cat sleeps.
What is a Compound Sentence?
A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).
Example: The cat sleeps, and the dog barks.
Exercise 1: Identify Sentence Types
Read the following sentences and write "Simple" or "Compound" next to each sentence.
- The dog runs fast.
- I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.
- We can go to the movies, or we can stay home.
Exercise 2: Create Your Own Sentences
Write one simple sentence and one compound sentence of your own.
Simple Sentence:
Compound Sentence:
Exercise 3: Combine the Simple Sentences
Combine the following simple sentences into a compound sentence using a coordinating conjunction.
1. I like chocolate.
2. My sister likes vanilla.
Combined Sentence:
Exercise 4: Correct the Errors
Read the sentence below. If it’s not a compound sentence, rewrite it to make it one.
Sentence: I enjoy swimming. My brother enjoys cycling.