Make a sentence using the word compound

1. Complete the sports venues with the words below. Then use six of them to label the photos.

basketball      bowling      boxing      court      football      golf

ice      room      studio      swimming      track      wall

1   ……………………… alley

2   ……………………… course

3   athletics ………………………

4   ……………………… rink

5   tennis ………………………

6   ……………………… ring

7   ……………………… court

8   dance ………………………

9   climbing ………………………

10   ……………………… pitch

11   weights ………………………

12   ……………………… pool

Answer

1 bowling   2 golf   3 track   4 ice   5 court   6 boxing

7 basketball   8 studio   9 wall   10 football   11 room

12 swimming

a weights room   b bowling alley   c golf course

d climbing wall   e athletics track   f ice rink

2. Match the words to make more compound nouns. Use each word only once.

1   mountain

2   flood

3   main

4   sea

5   tennis

6   safety

7   tower

a   road

b   block

c   net

d   range

e   player

f   shore

g   lights

Answer

1 d   2 g   3 a   4 f   5 e   6 c   7 b

3. Complete the table with compound nouns from exercise 1 and 2. Write two in column A, three in column B and four in column C.

A adjective + noun	B -ing form + noun
…………………………… ……………………………	…………………………… …………………………… ……………………………
C noun + noun
………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………

Answer

A adjective + noun   main road

B -ing form + noun (any three of:)   bowling alley, boxing ring, climbing wall, swimming pool

C noun + noun (any four of:)   golf course, athletics track, ice rink, tennis court, basketball court, dance studio, football pitch, weights room, mountain range, floodlights, sea shore, tennis player, safety net, tower block

4. Complete the compound adjectives in the sentences with the words below.

25      air      full      open      sound      well

1   It’s an amazing house. There’s a ………………………-sized bowling alley in the basement!

2   There’s also a new ………………………-air swimming pool in the garden.

3   Is it healthy to spend all day in ………………………-conditioned offices?

4   The gym has a ………………………-equipped weights room.

5   She reached the top of the ………………………-metre climbing wall in less than a minute.

6   They record the podcasts in a ………………………proof room.

Answer

1 full   2 open   3 air   4 well   5 25   6 sound

VOCAB BOOST!

Many compound adjectives are not in the dictionary because they are formed from other words. When you come across a new compound adjective, you need to work out the meaning by look at the words which form it.

a three-wheeled motorbike = a motorbike with three wheels

a well-drawn picture = a picture which has been drawn well

5. Read the Vocab boost! box. Then complete the second part of each sentence with an explanation.

1   A three-headed monster is a monster with three heads.

2   A man-eating lion is a lion ……………………………………….

3   A million-dollar apartment is an apartment ……………………………………….

4   A five-storey house is a house ……………………………………….

5   A well-prepared students is a student ……………………………………….

Answer

2 which eats men   3 which costs a million dollars

4 with five storeys   5 who has prepared well

Extra exercises

1. Complete the sentences with compound nouns.

1   Do you have to be a member of the club to play on their golf ……………………………?

2   The new world champion ran around the athletics …………………………… as the crowd stood up and cheered.

3   The main …………………………… to the stadium is closed to traffic on the days when there’s a match.

4   Last Saturday, we played a few games at the bowling …………………………… before going out for dinner.

5   We don’t often go skiing as the nearest mountain …………………………… is over 300 km away.

6   They’re building a new ice ……………………………, so we’ll be able to go skating in the future.

7   The match has been cancelled because the football …………………………… is flooded.

Answer

1 course   2 track   3 road   4 alley   5 range

6 rink   7 pitch

2. Match the words in A and B to form compound adjectives. Then complete the sentences.

A     air      open      six      solar      sound      well

B     air      conditioned      equipped      heated      lane      proof

1   On Friday mornings, there’s an …………………………… market in the square, where you can buy fresh fruit and vegetables.

2   It was a relief to enter the …………………………… building after walking around in the heat outside.

3   There’s always a lot of traffic on the …………………………… motorway leading to the city centre.

4   The band are looking for a …………………………… room where they can practise without disturbing anyong.

5   The hotel has a …………………………… gym with a wide range of different machines.

6   The water in their …………………………… swimming pool never goes below a certain temperature.

Answer

1 open-air   2 air-conditioned   3 six-lane

4 soundproof   5 well-equipped   6 solar-heated

3. Replace the underlined words with the words below.

agree      choice      like      overall      prefer to      settled

1   I think karting is a better option because it looks more fun.

     ……………………………………….

2   In general, the first activity would be better.

     ……………………………………….

3   I quite fancy the first activity. ……………………………………….

4   We need to make a decision together. ……………………………………….

5   That’s decided then. ……………………………………….

6   I’d rather go climbing than kayaking. ……………………………………….

Answer

1 choice   2 Overall   3 like   4 agree   5 settled   6 prefer to

What is a Compound Sentence?

There are four types of sentence structures. Namely, Simple sentence, Compound sentence, Complex sentence, and Compound-complex sentence. Compound sentence is one of these sentence structures. We know that a simple sentence has only one independent clause. A compound sentence consists of at least two independent, closely related clauses. It does not contain any dependent clause.

Prerequisites to comprehend this article

For grasping the contents of this article, it’s essential that you have sufficient knowledge of the following grammatical terms:

• Sentences
  • Sentence Structure
  • Subject
    • Simple subject
    • Complete subject
    • Compound subject
  • Predicate
    • Simple predicate
    • Complete predicate
    • Compound predicate

• Clauses
  • Independent clause aka Coordinate clause/Main clause/Principal clause

• Linking words aka Connectives
  • Coordinating conjunctions
  • Correlative conjunctions
  • Conjunctive adverbs

• Verb
  • Finite verb
  • Nonfinite verb

Compound Sentence Structure

The Compound sentence generally consists of two independent clauses joined using a linking word (namely, coordinating conjunction, correlative conjunction, and conjugative adverb) or a semicolon.

Forming Compound sentences

We can form Compound sentences combining two closely related independent clauses using a linking word (such as, Coordinating conjunction, Correlative conjunction, and Conjugative adverb), or a semi column.

Forming Compound sentence using Coordinating conjunctions

Coordinating conjunctions are conjunctions used to link, words, phrases, clauses, or sentences of equal status. Here they are used to connect two independent clauses (also called coordinate clauses or main clauses.). There are only seven of them in English language. They are:

• For
• And
• Nor
• But
• Or
• Yet
• So

The mnemonic, FANBOYS, is useful to remember the seven coordinating conjunctions.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “FOR”

When the second independent clause is the cause for the first clause, we use the Coordinating conjunction, “for” to link them.

Example:

• I took an umbrella, for I felt that it might rain.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “AND“

“AND” is the most used coordinating conjunction. In the case of compound sentences, the contexts in which “AND” is used, are given hereunder.

a. When the two independent clauses are of equal value, we use “AND” to connect the two clauses.

Example:

• Pyramids are in Egypt, and Eiffel tower is in France.

b. When the action mentioned in the second independent clause occurs after that mentioned in the first clause, we use “AND” to connect the two clauses.

Example:

• The child saw his dear father coming, and he ran to the gate to meet him.

c. When the second independent clause is the result of the first clause, we use “AND” to connect the two clauses.

Example:

• It rained for days, and the fields were covered with green grass.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “NOR”

We use the Coordinating conjunction,” nor”, when the first independent clause uses the negative words ‘neither’ or ‘never’. In this case, both the clauses do not happen.

Example:

• Neither my mother can attend the meeting, nor can I attend.

Note: Please note the subject- verb inversion in “can I”.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “BUT”

When the second independent clause contrasts with the first, we use but conjunction to introduce the second clause.

Example:

• Mary loved John very much, but John could not reciprocate.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “OR”

To join two independent clauses, that are alternative clauses, we use the coordinating conjunction, “or”

Example:

• Jack will go to London, or Jill will go.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “YET”

We use the Coordinating conjunction, “Yet”, to join the clauses of a compound sentence when there is a contrast between the meanings of the two independent clauses of the sentence.

Example:

• I read the article several times, yet I could not grasp the subject fully.

Compound sentences using Coordinating conjunction – “SO”

When the first clause of the compound sentence is the reason for the second clause, we use the Coordinating conjunction, ” so”, to join the two clauses.

Example:

• I had a test on Wednesday, so I shall not be able to attend your sister’s marriage on Wednesday.

Note: When we use a coordinating conjunction to join two independent clauses, we can skip a subject word and modal auxiliary verb, if we so desire, from the second clause.

Examples:

• She has already bought two dresses for her daughter, and now she wants to buy two more.

The same can be written like this as well – She has already bought two dresses for her daughter and now wants to buy two more. (in the second clause the subject word, “she” is skipped)

• She can go to the school by a taxi, or she can take a bus.

The same can be written like this as well – She can go to the school by a taxi or take a bus. (in the second clause the subject word, “she” is skipped)

General Punctuation rule: A comma must be placed before the coordinating conjunctions. But when both the independent clauses are short, comma is optional.

Examples:

• My school is 5km away from my house, but I go to school on foot. (Comma is placed before the coordinating conjunction, “but”.)
• Jill opened the door and Jack took the luggage inside. (Comma is not placed before the coordinating conjunction, “and”, as the clauses are short.)

Forming Compound sentence using Correlative conjunction

We know that Correlative conjunctions are paired conjunctions that are always used together. These can be used to form Compound sentences. Each conjunction precedes an independent clause of the compound sentence to be formed. They can join only two independent clauses.

When forming Compound sentences using correlative conjunctions, special attention must be given to the subject-verb agreement.

When correlative conjunctions join sentences with two subjects, the verb used must agree to the noun or subject closer to it.

Care must be taken to follow the above rule also when pronouns are to be used.

Examples: 

• Neither my brother nor my sister likes indoor games. (The verb ‘likes’ is singular because the noun, sister, close to it is singular)
• Neither my brother nor my sisters like indoor games. (The verb ‘like’ is plural because it is closer to the noun ‘sisters’ which is also plural)

Note: Neither…nor together make a correlative conjunction. Alone, “neither” is an adjective and “nor” a coordinate conjunction. Similarly, either…or together form a correlative conjunction. “Either “alone is an adjective, and “or “a coordinate conjunction

Examples:

• Neither Mary nor Jill brought her costume. (The pronoun, her, is singular as the subject near to it, i.e. Jill, is singular.)
• Neither Mary nor her sisters brought their costume. (The pronoun, their, is plural as the subject, sisters, near to it, is plural.)
• Neither Mary’s brothers nor Mary brought her costume. (The pronoun, her, is singular as the subject near to it, i.e. Mary, is singular.)

Examples of compound sentences formed using some other correlative conjunctions:

Either…Or: This correlative conjunction pair can be used to form a compound sentence when the independent sentences to be joined are positive items or options.

Example:

• We can either sit at home to play chess or go to the club nearby.

Whether…Or: This correlative conjunction pair is like the conjunction ‘if’. It can be used to form compound sentences by joining two independent clauses.

Example:

• He has not yet decided about whether he should continue his studies or go for a job.

Punctuation note: When we use correlative conjunctions to form compound sentences, a comma should be put before the conjunction that starts the second independent clause.

Forming Compound sentence using Conjugative adverb

We can form compound sentences using Conjugative adverbs too. Conjugative adverb, also called adverbial conjunction, can link two complete thoughts providing smooth transition from one thought to the next. In other words, adverbs which are used as linking words are called conjugative adverbs.

Conjugative adverbs show different types of relationships such as contrast, comparison, concession, consequence, emphasis etc. Sometimes the function of a conjunctive adverb is to show addition. They may also signify time.

Compound Sentence examples using conjugative adverbs:

• I wanted to play; however, my friend wanted to study.
• He was determined to get high marks.; therefore, he began to work hard.
• I want to play tennis; on the other hand, my friend wants to play football.
• John did hard work to get high marks; nevertheless, he did not even pass.
• A heavy rain was forecast; hence we cancelled our program for picnic.

Punctuation rules in English: The first clause is to be followed by a semicolon, and a comma is to be put after the conjunctive adverb.

Forming Compound sentences using a semicolon.

If the two independent clauses to be connected are closely related, we can join them using semicolon.

Example:

• Jill made the cake; Jack decorated it
• I wanted to play; but Jack wanted to study.

Examples of compound sentences using coordinating conjunctions

• The girl is obese, yet she eats ice-creams daily.
• Sheela wants to get good marks, but she did not like to read.
• They wanted to see a big aquarium, but I wanted to see a museum.
• He is not smart, and he knows it
• I do not enjoy parties, so I do not attend any party.
• He stopped drinking five years ago, so now he has a good saving.

Examples of compound sentences using Correlative conjunctions

• The teacher not only punished the students, but also left the classroom angrily.
• Neither do the girls want to go to school, nor do their parents ask them to go.
• Just as, hockey is the national sport of India so is  Ice hockey in Latvia.
• “Either my brother will come to pick me up, or my father will.
• The flood not only took the lives of hundreds of people, but also caused millions of dollars’ worth of damage.

Examples of compound sentences using Conjugative adverb

• The rain did not stop; still, we did not cancel the picnic programme.
• Mary cooked the steaks; Meanwhile, her husband made the dessert.
• I approached several authorities for help; however, no one helped me.
• We cancelled the picnic programme; instead, we decided to stay home watching a movie.
• He walked to the beach; later, he stopped for an ice cream.

Examples of compound sentences using Semicolon

• The boys sang; the girls danced.
• Mary cooked the steaks; her husband made the dessert.
• I did not want to go on the trip; I had a lot of work to do.
• I wanted a red car; I bought it later.
• He rang the doorbell; a servant opened the door

Compound sentences are useful for adding more details in a sentence thereby reducing the repeated use of simple sentences. Thus, compound sentences improve quality of an article by adding richness to the sentences.

Compound Sentence Examples and Definition, 100 Compound Sentences Examples

Compound Sentences

Compound sentences consist of at least two independent clauses. These coordinated sentences consisting of independent clauses can sometimes be difficult to construct. Compound sentences, which are the most established sentence types in English, can be formed with conjunctions. In addition, examples of compound sentences that can be combined with semicolons are included in the text. You can access the details about compound sentences by examining the article.

Compound Sentences Examples

If you want to examine examples of compound sentences, they are in many sections within themselves. It is possible to examine the types of sentences with different construction methods below. You can check below for examples.

Compound Sentences with Conjunctions

Examples of compound sentences formed with conjunctions are given below. Correct punctuation must be placed before the conjunction. These examples are below:

• He wouldn’t cheat in exams because he knew he would be caught.
• I have to go to school every day, but there is no vehicle to take me to school.
• I am aware that I have gained weight, but I also knew that I wanted to eat more.
• He’s out of money, so he’s stopped going out with us now.
• They arrived at the hotel early and immediately went to rest.
• They had no food left at home, and they had no money to go to the grocery store.
• Everyone was busy studying for the exam, so I went out alone.

Semicolon Compound Sentences

Compound sentences can also be formed by combining them with semicolons without any additional words. A semicolon is required to join two independent clauses. Examples on this topic are given below:

• Henry cooked the chocolates; Lily ate.
• It was a difficult test; However, Henry successfully passed the exam.
• The weather is bright; The stars are shining.
• The waves were crashing fast towards the shore; It was a beautiful sight.
• Snow conditions in the town were getting worse; Therefore, no one could pass because the roads were covered with snow.
• He said he didn’t go to school yesterday; Many people had seen him.
• France is one of my favorite countries; I want to spend time there next year.
• Monday was the last day to submit the project; He knew he wouldn’t be able to pass the class otherwise.
• He must prepare all his gear for the camp; For example, a sleeping bag is necessary material.
• He paid off his credit card debt; As a result, he no longer had to deal with debts.

100 Compound Sentences Examples

They will go to England in order that they can improve their speaking.

I study my lessons very hard in order that I can pass the exams.

We got up early in order that we would not be late for the meeting.

Only if you like pop music is it worth coming tonight.

You can go out only if you finish your homework.

Only if a teacher has given permission is a student allowed to leave the room.

I’ve already seen that film. I don’t want to see it again.

Arriving at the bus station, I found the bus had already left.

Have you already taken the money?

He has already done the shopping , he is watching T.V now.

Mark has already here, but John hasn’t come yet.

This is the first time I have ever eaten Italian pizza.

She came first. Therefore she got a good seat.

Mary studied hard for the chemistry exam. Therefore, she got an A+.

There were not enough participants. Therefore, the trip was cancelled.

I’m sleepy. Therefore, I’m going to bed.

Even if you take a taxi, you’ll still miss your plane.

You will go to that cinema even if they don’t allow you.

My sister neither drinks nor smokes.

Neither my friends nor the bookstore has the book.

Neither the employees nor the boss was at work.

Neither Susan nor her friends are going to go to the party tonight.

Neither my father nor my mother went to university.

She usually eats at home, because she likes cooking.

The girl ran because she was afraid.

I use water when making pasta whereas my mom uses eggs.

He had climbed many mountains when he was a boy.

You had better wait until the fireman come.

A company is stronger if it is bound by love rather than by fear.

Before I have breakfast, I always have a shower.

They can go wherever they want.

Although he was sick, he still wen to work.

Even if Alex earned a big salary, he would not buy a fast car.

While she was walking I was running.

Even if Alex earned a big salary, he would not buy a fast car.

Even if I had three hours to spare for shopping, I wouldn’t go out and buy a notebook.

Either Mark or Samuel will go.

You can either come with me now or walk home.

You can either call me at home or the office.

I’ll either write to you or phone you next week.

Whether you drive fast or slow, please drive carefully.

I don’t know whether he will come.

She asked me whether I was happy or not.

I want to know whether he needs help or not.

Someone’s got to tell him, whether it’s you or me.

Hannah is completely unlike her mother.

Japanese is unlike Spanish.

For this house was different, unlike any I’d seen.

Unlike sugar, cholesterol does not break down in the blood.

They can listen to music provided they disturb nobody.

I can afford to have a holiday provided that I earn 1000 dollars a day.

You can borrow my notebook provided that you promise to use carefully.

She will be sick unless she stops eating.

Unless you are to tired let’s go for a walk at the park.

Unless my son finish his homework, He can’t go out.

Mark is handsome; moreover, he is rich.

Smoking is a bad habit; moreover, it is a very expensive.

In the making of domestic policy; moreover, she is often at sea.

The student’s essay was badly written. Moreover, it was too short.

Neither Mark nor his wife is very tall.

I won’t go to the party though I was invited.

Neither Mark nor his wife is very tall.

My sister neither drinks norsmokes.

Neither my friends nor the bookstore has the book.

Neither the employees nor the boss was at work.Neither is used as a conjunction.

This structure, “neither … nor”, is used to connect the same kind of word or phrase in the sentence.

Neither makes a negative statement about two people or things.

Either he or she cooks dinner.

Either Mark or Samuel will go.

You can either come with me now or walk home.

They don’t have enough time. They can either have breakfast or have a shower.

I will leave the party early in order that I will catch the bus.

They should take your umbrella because it ́s raining.

I could have passed my math exam if I had studied harder.

If my son could have taken the English course, he could have passed the exam.

If she could have gone to Mexico, she would have seen the best friends.

If they could have developed their business, they would have enlarged their workplaces.

If my income had been very much, I could have bought a house with a garden.

You could have stayed up late, but You decided to go to bed early.

I could have moved out when I was 18, but I didn’t want to leave my family.

Definition with Examples

Compound sentences are the sentences in which, two independent clauses are joined by a coordinating conjunction, a semicolon or a transitional expression. Independent clauses are simple sentences having a subject and verb. In compound sentences two independent but closely related clauses are joined by the methods mentioned.

To better understand the subject; first go through the following independent clauses.

* Barbara is driving. She cannot receive your call.

We will now figure out the ways for combining these two independent clauses to make a compound sentence. As we all know that both the independent clauses are talking about Barbara; therefore they are closely related to each other.

Now, if we think carefully, we will figure out that the sentences can be joined together in the following methods-

1) Barbara is driving, so she cannot receive your call.

2) Barbara is driving; she cannot receive your call.

3) Barbara is driving; therefore, she cannot receive your call.

From the above sentences we can infer that two independent clauses can be joined by – 1) joining by a comma (,) and a coordinating conjunction 2) Joining by a semicolon (;)   3) Using semicolon with a Transitional Expression.

Methods of Joining Independent Clauses to make compound Sentences

We will go through all the three methods of joining independent clauses, for making compound Sentences; with help of suitable examples and structural formula.

1) Using a Comma (,) and a Coordinating Conjunction

The Structural Formula for joining two independent clauses by using a comma (,) and Coordinating Conjunction is given below-

• Independent Clause 1 + Comma (,) + Coordinating Conjunction + Independent Clause2 = Compound Sentences

Therefore, two independent clauses can be joined by a comma, followed by a Coordinating Conjunction. English Grammar has seven coordinating Conjunctions – for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so. You can remember these coordinating conjunctions by the word- FANBOYS – F (for) A (and) N (nor) B (but) O (or) Y (yet) S (so).

We will now go through a few examples, where we will join two independent clauses by the given method.

• She is going to New York. She is feeling lonely.
• He is getting late. He is driving slow.
• Amelia doesn’t has a car. Her father doesn’t has a car.
• Olivia wants to meet her parents. She has no time.
• He is going to college. He is losing his attendance.
• They have money. They are not content.
• She was getting late. She was driving fast.
• Harry ordered a burger. He was hungry.
• Jacob tried his best. He couldn’t make it.
• William was not feeling well. He was taken to the hospital.

Now we will join the independent clauses in the sentences given by a comma and appropriate Coordinating Conjunction; taking help from the Structural Formula and FANBOYS-

• She is going to New York, for she is feeling lonely.
• He is getting late, and he is driving slow.
• Amelia doesn’t has a car, nor does her father.
• Olivia wants to meet her parents, but she has no time.
• He is going to school or he is losing his attendance.
• They have money, yet they are not content.
• She was getting late, so she was driving fast.
• Harry ordered a burger for he was hungry.
• Jacob tried his best, yet he couldn’t make it.
• William was not feeling well, so he was taken to hospital.

Practice on your own, making some Compound Sentences by joining two Independent clauses by the method as explained.

2) Using a Semicolon (;)

The two independent clauses can be joined by placing a Semicolon (;) between them. The structural representation/formula is given below-

• Independent Clause 1 + Semicolon (;) + Independent Clause 2 = Compound Sentence

While joining the two independent clauses by a semicolon (;), keep in mind that the word after the semicolon should start with small letters. No semicolon to be used while joining two separate compound sentences and even the sentences joined should be related to each other. Go through the below sentences-

• She cooked the dinner. Harry looked after the guests.
• The water is boiling. Water is hot enough for tea.
• He was walking fast. He was getting late.
• Amelia looked nervous. Amelia was going for the interview.
• They were shouting. They were cheering their team.
• The dog is furious. It is also old.
• Jacob accelerated too hard. He lost control of the car.
• I went to the college. I forgot to go to the library.
• Thank you for your concern. We appreciate your concern.
• Please go through the info book. It has everything in it.

Now, we will join the above sentences by using semicolon (;) at appropriate places between the two independent clauses as given below-

• She cooked the dinner; Harry looked after the guests. (since Harry is a Name; it starts with a capital letter)
• The water is boiling; it is hot enough for tea.
• He was walking fast; he was getting late.
• Amelia looked nervous; she was going for the interview.
• They were shouting; they were cheering their team.
• The dog is furious; it is also old.
• Jacob accelerated too hard; he lost control of the car.
• I went to the college; I forgot to go to the library.
• Thank you for your concern; we appreciate it.
• Please go through the info book; it has everything in it.

3) Using a Semicolon (;) with a Transitional Expression

Another method of forming a compound Sentence is by joining two independent clauses by a semicolon (;) followed by a Transitional Expression as shown in the Structural Formula below-

Independent Clause 1 + Semicolon (;) + Transitional Expression + Comma (,) + Independent Clause 2 = Compound Sentences

A transitional expression helps in determining the relation between two independent clauses; which are being joined. Most commonly used transitional expressions are – however, therefore, moreover, nevertheless, further, indeed, neither, either, also, as a matter of fact, furthermore, besides, in addition to, in fact, actually, let alone, too, additionally, alternately, on the contrary, not to mention. Below we will go through separate set of independent clauses and will join them by a Transitional Expression; to form a Compound Sentence.

• He missed the bus. He was late for the meeting.
• He is late for the wedding. He will reach on time.
• Jacob was driving an old car. Its engine got seized.
• It started raining at the wedding. We had fun.
• The channel forecast a thunder storm. It was raining the next day.
• He is not interested in the marriage. He is not interested in the reception.
• He was hungry. He had no money.
• She is right. She was the only one present at the spot.
• I hate to call him. I hate to hear his voice.
• Evidences are against him. Be claims that he is innocent.
• He is a man with influence. He has a political lineage.

Now, we will join the above sentences using appropriate Transitional Expressions and properly placing the Semicolon (;) and Comma (,) as shown in the formula-

• He missed the bus; therefore, he was late for the meeting.
• He is late for the wedding; however, he will reach on time.
• Jacob was driving an old car; moreover, its engine got seized.
• It started raining at the wedding; nevertheless, we had fun.
• The channel forecast a thunderstorm; indeed, it was raining the next day.
• He is not interested in the marriage; furthermore, he is not interested in the reception.
• He was hungry; also, he had no money.
• She is right; in fact, she was the only one present at the spot.
• I hate to call him; actually, I hate to hear his voice.
• Evidences are against him; on the contrary, he claims that he is innocent.
• He is a man with influence; not to mention, he has a political lineage.

Try forming more Compound Sentences by using Transitional Expressions; on your own.

Exercises With Answers

Correct/Incorrect Worksheet/Exercises/Activities On Compound Sentences with Answers:

State whether the following compound statements are correct or incorrect, based on the coordinating conjunctions or transitional interjections, semicolon (;). Check your progress with the answers provided in the end.

1) He was getting late he; hurried to office.

2) He is sick; therefore, he didn’t attend the meeting.

3) She had to go to her home town so she left a little early.

4) He is a good student; therefore, he was also active in sports.

5) She loved children; however, she had no time to play with them.

6) She cooked dinner. He did the dishes.

7) The tea is hot and its also raining outside.

She was happy; therefore, she was singing.

9) She stayed alone for she never felt lonely.

10) He was nervous; therefore, he was not allowed to give the speech.

Answers-

1)incorrect, 2)correct, 3)incorrect, 4)correct, 5)correct, 6)incorrect, 7)incorrect, 8)correct, 9)incorrect, 10)correct

1) He was getting late, so he hurried to office.

3) She had to go to her hometown, so she left a little early.

6) She cooked dinner; he did the dishes.

7) The tea is hot, and it is also raining outside.

9) She stayed alone; yet, she never felt alone.

Fill In The Blanks Exercises With Answers

Fill the blank space in the sentences given below, to form a Compound Sentence. You can use coordinating conjunctions as per the need. For many expressions, it will be correct to use transitional expressions also, but for this exercise we will limit to using only coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS).Cross check your answer with the answers given in the end of the exercise.

1) I requested him many time, _________ he did not relent.

2) He is working hard, ___________ he is making a progress.

3) John is not going to the party, ________ he wants to go.

4) Julie wants to eat out, _________ she is low on budget.

5) You are in to the game, ________ you are out of it.

6) He was scared, _________ he acted bravely.

7) Barbie was angry, _________ nobody spoke to her.

He had many options, _________ he chose to stay with you.

9) She is writing a letter, _________ she is going to regret it later.

10) He was sad, ________ he lost his purse.

11) They were talking, _______ no teacher was present.

12) He tried really hard, ________ failed to achieve.

13) You are driving fast, _________ we will be late for the meeting.

14) He is going through a tough time, __________ he is calm and composed.

15) You did him a favor, _________ he is returning it by helping you.

16) She is calling you continuously, ________ you are not receiving her call.

17) Teachers should always talk to a sad child, _________ he might need help.

18) He is not going to the party, _________ he will let you go.

19) Julie was sad, ___________ she presented a happy face.

20) They were composed, _________ they were calm.

Answers- 1)but, 2)and, 3)nor, 4)but, 5)or, 6)yet, 7)so, 8)yet, 9)or, 10)for, 11)as, 12)but, 13)or, 14)yet, 15)so, 16)for, 17)for, 18)nor, 19)yet, 20)yet

MCQ Exercises With Answers

Complete the following sentences by filling in with appropriate choice given. Also, verify your answer with the answers provided at the end of the exercise.

1) I was ready to go, _________ the train got delayed.

1. a) for
2. b) but
3. c) and

2) He is leaving early, _________ he is feeling sick.

1. a) nor
2. b) yet
3. c) for

3) They are going on tour, __________ they aren’t happy.

1. a) so
2. b) yet
3. c) or

4) Julie is working hard, _______ her grades are improving.

1. a) and
2. b) but
3. c) yet

5) I didn’t want to be late, _________ I started before time.

1. a) for
2. b) so
3. c) yet

6) I want a large burger,_________ without cheese.

1. a) yet
2. b) nor
3. c) but

7) You are calling me, _________ I will go alone.

1. a) so
2. b) or
3. c) for

John is not attending the classes, _________ he turns up for the exams.

1. a) or
2. b) for
3. c) nor

9) Neil is a little nervous, __________ he will perform well.

1. a) for
2. b) but
3. c) so

10) He boarded a fast train, _________ he was late for the meeting.

1. a) but
2. b) so
3. c) yet

11) I took the bag out, _________ there was no money in it.

1. a) yet
2. b) for
3. c) so

12) The lecture may be long, ________ we may feel bored.

1. a) for
2. b) and
3. c) yet

13) You have to move fast, ________ you might miss the last bus.

1. a) and
2. b) for
3. c) or

14) They are not going to college, _________ they want to go.

1. a) nor
2. b) for
3. c) or

15) I like to play chess, _______ I have no time.

1. a) yet
2. b) but
3. c) for

16) We didn’t understand the concept, ________ we understood the design.

1. a) for
2. b) or
3. c) nor

17) He was angry, ________ he was cheated.

1. a) nor
2. b) for
3. c) yet

18) He is older, ________ he is healthy.

1. a) yet
2. b) for
3. c) or

19) He ate fast, ________ he was in a hurry.

1. a) or
2. b) yet
3. c) for

20) Julie will not cook the meal, ________ she is interested in cooking.

1. a) but
2. b) nor
3. c) for

Answers- 1)b, 2)c, 3)b, 4)a, 5)b, 6)c, 7)b, 8)c, 9)b, 10)c, 11)a, 12)b, 13)c, 14)a, 15)b, 16)c, 17)b, 18)a, 19)c, 20)b

Some more Fill in the Blanks Exercises With Answers

Fill the blank space in the sentences given below, to form a Compound Sentence. You can use only ‘transitional expressions’ as per the need. For many expressions, it will be correct to use coordinating conjunctions also, but for this exercise we will limit to using only transitional expressions. Cross check your answer with the answers given in the end of the exercise.

1) He was getting late; ___________, he managed to be on time.

2) John is rude; ___________, nobody talks to him.

3) Some children didn’t get the sweets; __________, they enjoyed a lot.

4) They don’t want to study; _________, they want to go to college.

5) She is serious about studies; ________, she is taking extra classes.

6) He is no smarter than you; _________, he is more expressive.

7) I wouldn’t look directly to a lion; _________, the one in captivity.

The party was not for him alone; ________, it was for both of us.

9) He is the right man for the job; ________, he has all the required experience.

10) He loves coffee; ___________, he hates milk.

11) He is going on a long vacation; _____________, with his close friends.

12) He was badly hurt; _________, he recovered fast.

13) They scolded him for his choice; ___________, he was a little sad.

14) I was already late; __________, the train got delayed too.

15) We were already behind schedule; ________, it was getting dark outside.

16) The manager indicated a security beef up; ________ there was a guard at the entrance.

17) John needs to study all subjects; ___________, the subjects he is weak in.

18) He studies well; ____________, he scores well.

19) She likes children; ___________, she loves them.

20) Everybody listens to him; _________, he is respected by everyone.

Answers- 1) however, 2) Therefore, 3) Nevertheless, 4) Neither, 5) in fact, 6) besides, 7) Let alone, Actually, 9) Additionally, 10) On the contrary, 11) Not to mention, 12) However, 13) Therefore, 14) Moreover, 15) Further, 16) Indeed, 17) let alone, 18) Therefore, 19) In fact, 20) Besides

MCQ Exercises With Answers

Complete the following sentences by filling in with appropriate choice given. Also, verify your answer with the answers provided at the end of the exercise.

1) Jack has much on hands experience; __________, he was not into the panel.

1. a) therefore
2. b) moreover
3. c) however

2) Students were not allowed to dance; __________, they enjoyed a lot.

1. a) nevertheless
2. b) actually
3. c) further

3) Oliver is studying very hard; ___________, he is trying his best.

1. a) therefore
2. b) in fact
3. c) alternately

4) He is not having dinner; ____________, he is staying any longer.

1. a) moreover
2. b) in fact
3. c) neither

5) It is recommended that you consult a doctor; __________, I insist that you do it fast.

1. a) further
2. b) either
3. c) neither

6) Oliver is happy today; ________, it’s his birthday today.

1. a) in addition to
2. b) besides
3. c) actually

7) He will not even consider it; ____________, giving his approval.

1. a) besides
2. b) let alone
3. c) in addition to

We started with few employees; __________, many more joined in.

1. a) besides
2. b) actually
3. c) additionally

9) He does a tough job throughout the week; __________, he enjoys the weekends.

1. a) alternately
2. b) actually
3. c) additionally

10) He is not very intelligent; _________, he is known for his intelligence.

1. a) let alone
2. b) on the contrary
3. c) not to mention

11) I didn’t call him; _________, he is out on vacation.

1. a) actually
2. b) additionally
3. c) besides

12) He is planning something big for the party; ________, he wants to make it a memorable event.

1. a) therefore
2. b) actually
3. c) besides

13) Thomas excelled in term examination; ___________, he was felicitated.

1. a) besides
2. b) moreover
3. c) therefore

14) Everybody wants to succeed; ____________, not everyone puts in the required effort.

1. a) further
2. b) however
3. c) besides

15) Students should not bring phone to school; ____________, its not allowed.

1. a) in fact
2. b) in addition to
3. c) moreover

16) He has a passion for success; ____________, he craves for it.

1. a) in addition to
2. b) in fact
3. c) therefore

17) He fed the poor free of cost; _________, a noble act of kindness.

1. a) moreover
2. b) nevertheless
3. c) indeed

18) He is definitely going to call her; ____________, he is going to meet her.

1. a) actually
2. b) either
3. c) neither

19) Charlie must be driving back to home; __________, he is not receiving your call.

1. a) neither
2. b) also
3. c) therefore

20) George was getting late; ___________, he patiently listened to the students.

1. a) moreover
2. b) besides
3. c) nevertheless

Answers- 1)c, 2)a, 3)b, 4)c, 5)a, 6)b, 7)b, 8)c, 9)a, 10)b, 11)c, 12)b, 13)c, 14)b, 15)c, 16)b, 17)c, 18)b, 19)c, 20)c

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