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Writing Compound Sentences Worksheet (Part 1)
A compound sentence is composed of at least two
independent clauses.
Directions: Create a compound sentence by combining the two
simple sentences below the conjunction (and, or, but).
Example A: David likes to swim. David likes to hike.
David likes to swim, and he likes to hike.
1. John likes video games. John likes reading.
2. Stephen must study. Stephen will not pass the test.
3. Jill should show up on time. Jill will not be able to enter.