Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence consists of a single independent clause with a subject and a predicate.

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What is a sentence fragment?

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A sentence fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a run-on sentence?

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A run-on sentence occurs when two or more independent clauses are joined without appropriate punctuation or conjunction.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How can you correct a sentence fragment?

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You can correct a sentence fragment by adding it to a nearby complete sentence or by adding the missing subject or verb.

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction, or a semicolon can be used to separate the clauses.

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Can a compound sentence contain a dependent clause?

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Yes, a compound sentence can contain one or more dependent clauses along with independent clauses.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'