Grammar

How do I write a compound sentence?

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audio button Now that we know what compound sentences are, let's practice writing them. We can combine two simple sentences using a comma and a conjunction.

audio button How can I turn these simple sentences into a compound sentence?

I like to write. I want to write a story.

audio button I like to write, and I want to write a story.

audio button Now it's your turn to try. Click the Download button to view your worksheet for today. Submit it to your teacher when you're finished.