Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that has one independent clause and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog found a bone.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'Riley went to the movies, and she saw her friends there.'

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet.'

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Mom wanted a scrapbook of our trip, _____ she took many pictures.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'so.'

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Paris baked banana bread, _____ she gave some to her neighbor.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and.'

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How can you tell if a sentence is simple?

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A sentence is simple if it has only one subject and one verb, forming a complete thought.

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How can you tell if a sentence is compound?

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A sentence is compound if it contains two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is an example of a simple sentence?

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An example of a simple sentence is: 'The cat sleeps.'

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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 play outside, but it started to rain.'

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What does the word 'and' do in a sentence?

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The word 'and' connects two ideas or actions, indicating that both are true or happening.