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 barks.'

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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 conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Common conjunctions include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence. Example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb. Example: 'She runs fast.'

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It needs an independent clause to make sense. Example: 'Because she was tired.'

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What is the purpose of using compound sentences?

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Compound sentences are used to connect related ideas and show the relationship between them.

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Can a simple sentence have a compound subject?

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Yes, a simple sentence can have a compound subject. Example: 'Tom and Jerry are friends.'

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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 was too cold.'

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What is the difference between a simple 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.