Compound Sentences (but, or, and, so)

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What are the conjunctions used in compound sentences?

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The conjunctions used in compound sentences include 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'so'.

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When do we use 'and' in a compound sentence?

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We use 'and' to connect two related ideas or actions.

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When do we use 'but' in a compound sentence?

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We use 'but' to show contrast between two ideas.

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When do we use 'or' in a compound sentence?

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We use 'or' to present a choice between two options.

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When do we use 'so' in a compound sentence?

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We use 'so' to show a cause-and-effect relationship.

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Example of a compound sentence using 'and'.

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I like to read, and I enjoy writing.

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Example of a compound sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.

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Example of a compound sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like pizza, or would you prefer pasta?

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Example of a compound sentence using 'so'.

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It was very hot, so we went swimming.