Understanding Compound Predicates
A worksheet to help fourth-grade students identify and use compound predicates in sentences.
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Understanding Compound Predicates
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions. A compound predicate is made up of two or more verbs or verb phrases that share the same subject. They are usually joined by a conjunction like 'and', 'or', or 'but'.
Underline the compound predicate in each sentence.
1. The dog barked loudly and chased the squirrel. The dog the squirrel.
2. My sister cleaned her room and organized her books. My sister her books.
3. The chef chopped the vegetables and stirred the soup. The chef the soup.
4. We will walk to the park or ride our bikes. We will our bikes.
Which sentence contains a compound predicate?
1.
The cat slept soundly.
The birds sang and flew away.
My friend likes pizza.
The tall tree swayed.
2.
He read a book.
She ran fast.
The children played and laughed.
My mom cooks dinner.
Combine the two sentences into one sentence with a compound predicate.
1. The student studied for the test. The student passed the test.
2. My dad mowed the lawn. My dad watered the garden.
Read each statement and mark if it's true or false.
1. A compound predicate has two different subjects.
True
False
2. The verbs in a compound predicate share the same subject.
True
False
Write a short paragraph about your favorite animal. Make sure to use at least two sentences with compound predicates.