Compound Sentences
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying, constructing, and understanding compound sentences.
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Compound Sentences Worksheet
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Read each section carefully and follow the directions. This worksheet will help you practice identifying and creating compound sentences.
A compound sentence connects two or more independent clauses, usually with a coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) or a semicolon. Each independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence.
1. Which of the following is a compound sentence?
The cat slept soundly on the couch.
Because it was raining, we stayed indoors.
She studied for hours, and she passed the test.
Running quickly, the boy caught the ball.
2. Which coordinating conjunction best connects these two independent clauses: 'The sun was shining brightly a cool breeze was blowing.'?
for
so
but
or
Complete each sentence by adding a coordinating conjunction and a second independent clause.
1. I wanted to go to the park, .
2. My brother likes to read fantasy novels, .
3. The alarm clock did not ring, .
Combine each pair of simple sentences into one compound sentence. Remember to use a comma and a coordinating conjunction, or a semicolon.
1. The dog barked loudly. The mailman dropped the package.
2. She loves to paint. He prefers to sculpt.
Read each statement and mark whether it is True or False.
1. A compound sentence always uses a comma before the coordinating conjunction.
True
False
2. Each clause in a compound sentence can stand alone as a complete thought.
True
False
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. I enjoy reading novels, I also like watching movies.
2. She didn't study for the exam, she failed it.
3. You can choose the red shirt, you can choose the blue one.
Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) about your favorite hobby. Make sure to include at least two compound sentences.