Instructions
Read the information below about simple and compound sentences. Then, complete the exercises that follow.
Simple Sentences
A simple sentence contains one independent clause, which means it has a subject and a predicate. For example, "The dog barks."
Compound Sentences
A compound sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so). For example, "The dog barks, and the cat meows."
Exercise 1: Identify the Sentences
Read the following sentences and write "Simple" or "Compound" next to each sentence:
1. The sun rises.
2. I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
3. She enjoys reading books.
4. He plays soccer, and he runs every day.
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 Sentences
Combine the pairs of simple sentences into a compound sentence using a coordinating conjunction:
1. I like ice cream. I like cake.
2. She studied hard. She passed the exam.