A simple sentence is one complete thought. A compound sentence is two simple sentences joined together with a comma, FANBOYS or a semicolon.
Section A – Read each sentence. Is the sentence simple or compound? Write S for simple. Write C for compound.
- I lost my book, and I will have to pay a fine.
- Mom is taking me to the library right after school.
- It’s sunny today; I will put on sunscreen.
- I should do my homework now, or I won’t be ready for tomorrow.
- This writing assignment was easy.
Section B – Read each sentence. Decide if the sentence is simple and compound and write S or C. If the sentence is compound, insert a comma or a semicolon in the correct place.
- Mom went to the grocery store Dad is doing laundry.
- I should help Dad fold the clean clothes.
- I hope we have tacos for dinner they’re my favorite.
- I like lots of cheese and my brother eats lots of tomatoes.
- The dinner table is always noisy and happy.
Answers: 1-C, 2-S, 3-C, 4-C, 5-S, 6-S semicolon after store, 7-S, 8-C semicolon after dinner, 9-C comma after cheese, 10-S