Combining Independent Clauses for Better Writing

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence with a complex subject

• A sentence with two or more independent clauses

• A sentence with one independent clause

• A sentence that uses a subordinating conjunction

How many subjects and predicates does a compound sentence have?

• Two subjects and one predicate

• One subject and two predicates

• Two subjects and two predicates

• One subject and one predicate

What is an independent clause?

• A complete sentence

• A sentence fragment

• A phrase

• A dependent clause

What is the role of a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

• To add descriptive information

• To introduce a dependent clause

• To connect two independent clauses

• To conclude the sentence

Which of the following is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

• Because

• And

• Since

• Although

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

• Question mark

• Exclamation mark

• Comma

• Period

Which conjunction is used to indicate a choice?

• But

• So

• Or

• And

Which coordinating conjunction would you use to show contrast?

• But

• For

• So

• And

Why are compound sentences important in writing?

• They make sentences longer

• They add complexity without clarity

• They replace simple sentences

• They help in connecting related ideas

How can compound sentences improve a paragraph?

• By using complex vocabulary

• By improving flow and coherence

• By adding unnecessary details

• By making it longer