Simple and Compound Sentences

Ryan opened his mouth, but no words came out.

• simple

• compound

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.1

Eisenhower was born in Texas, but he soon moved to Kansas.

• simple

• compound

David did not expect a victory, but he flashed a victory sign anyway.

• simple

• compound

That old flowerpot is broken, so I will throw it in the trash.

• simple

• compound

The phone is ringing, so I must go answer it.

• simple

• compound

Tags

CCSS.L.5.1A

If you hear the cat purring, you will know that he liks you.

• simple

• compound

Cheyenne's speech was very funny.

• simple

• compound

Nikki wrote a speech, and she practiced it many times before it was her turn.

• simple

• compound

We will have a great dessert right after dinner.

• simple

• compound

He found some treasure by using the old pirate's map.

• simple

• compound

Tags

CCSS.L.5.3A