PowerPoint Presentation Compound SentencesPowerPoint演示文稿复合句.pptVIP

Compound Sentences Definition A Compound Sentence is a sentence that joins two simple sentences together with a comma, conjunction or semicolon. Simple Sentence = Independent Clause Compound Sentence = Independent Clause + Independent Clause What? An independent clause is a clause that can stand alone. It is a group of words that contains a subject and verb and expresses a complete thought. An independent clause is a sentence. Fixing Choppy Sentences Ex) The cat was happy. Ex) He slept underneath the bed. Compound= The cat was happy, he slept underneath the bed. Combining Clauses There are three ways to combine independent causes to make a compound sentence: Comma Conjunction Semicolon For And Nor But Or Yet So Comma + Conjunction Ex) The teens walked to the park but it was closed. Ex) The gentleman did not know where the sound came from, so he hid behind the tree. Semicolon You can also use a semicolon to create a compound sentence since the two statements are equal. Ex) The teacher applauded the class; the kids beamed with pride. Ex) The dog ate; the cat slept. Now, it is your turn! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *