Compound Sentences Quiz

What is a compound sentence?Choose the correct answer:

A sentence with one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses.
A sentence with two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.
A sentence with two or more dependent clauses.
A sentence with one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

Which coordinating conjunction is NOT commonly used to join independent clauses in a compound sentence?Choose the correct answer:

And
But
Because
Or

How can you join two independent clauses without using a coordinating conjunction?Choose the correct answer:

By using a comma
By using a semicolon
By using a colon
By using a period

Which of the following is an example of a compound sentence using a semicolon?Choose the correct answer:

I like to read books, my sister prefers to watch movies.
I like to read books; my sister prefers to watch movies.
I like to read books and my sister prefers to watch movies.
I like to read books. My sister prefers to watch movies.

What is a common mistake when using compound sentences?Choose the correct answer:

Using a coordinating conjunction after a semicolon.
Using a comma to join two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.
Using a semicolon to join a dependent and independent clause.
Using a period to join two independent clauses.

Which of the following is NOT a way to make compound sentences?Choose the correct answer:

Coordinating conjunctions
Semicolons
Transitional expressions
Subordinating conjunctions

In the sentence "I like to swim, and my brother likes to play soccer," which part is the coordinating conjunction?Choose the correct answer:

I like to swim
And
My brother likes to play soccer
Likes

Which of the following sentences is NOT a compound sentence?Choose the correct answer:

She is an excellent dancer; her sister is a talented singer.
However, I still managed to finish my project on time.
I like to swim, and my brother likes to play soccer.
After she finished her homework, she went to bed early.

Which of the following is a compound sentence using a transitional expression?Choose the correct answer:

I like to swim; however, my brother likes to play soccer.
I like to swim, and my brother likes to play soccer.
I like to swim; my brother likes to play soccer.
I like to swim. My brother likes to play soccer.

What should you use before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?Choose the correct answer:

A period
A semicolon
A comma
No punctuation