Simple Sentence Practice Analysis 1 Name & #: ______________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and then write the formula
used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Bill and Sue want to go to the movies.

2. Formula: ____________ Jason and his friends work together.

3. Formula: ____________ Are the car and truck parked outside?

4. Formula: ____________ The park and sidewalks are covered with snow.

5. Formula: ____________ Hiding and seeking are fun activities.

6. Formula: ____________ The old man and his black cat have lived long lives.

7. Formula: ____________ The station and its surrounding parking lot become dangerous after

9:00 P.M..

8. Formula: ____________ Arnie, Karen and Ty went to buy a new van.

9. Formula: ____________ Peace and war are direct opposites.

10. Formula: ____________ Did Marty and Kathy travel 500 miles just to speak at the

conference?

11. Create your own sentence using the following formula: SSV __________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

12. Create your own sentence using the following formula: SVV _________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________
Simple Sentence Practice Analysis 2 Name & #: ______________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and then write the formula
used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The old man walked slowly down the street.

2. Formula: ____________ The boys and girls were running around.

3. Formula: ____________ A mean dog chased and bit the girl.

4. Formula: ____________ The little girl ran quickly home.

5. Formula: ____________ The mother and father came out of the house and comforted the

girl.

6. Formula: ____________ The father called the dogcatcher and chased the dog.

7. Formula: ____________ He and another man finally caught the dog.

8. Formula: ____________ There are dry leaves and branches on the ground.

9. Formula: ____________ Chicago is located on Lake Michigan and has one of the busiest

airports.

10. Formula: ____________ Bravery and courage are shown by heroes and often are found in

the moment of crisis.

11. Create your own sentence using the following formula: SSV __________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

12. Create your own sentence using the following formula: SSVV ________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________
Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 1 Name & #: ______________

What are the two formulas for a compound sentence?

_____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The snow was falling, and the wind was howling.
2. Formula: ____________ Nothing could be done; the cold air had frozen the door shut.
3. Formula: ____________ Jake got a crowbar; Mac grabbed a shovel.
4. Formula: ____________ The pair pounded on the ice, but it would not crack.
5. Formula: ____________ Finally, Jenna lit a fire near the door, so the ice would melt.

Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 1 Name & #: ______________

What are the two formulas for a compound sentence?

_____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The snow was falling, and the wind was howling.
2. Formula: ____________ Nothing could be done; the cold air had frozen the door shut.
3. Formula: ____________ Jake got a crowbar; Mac grabbed a shovel.
4. Formula: ____________ The pair pounded on the ice, but it would not crack.
5. Formula: ____________ Finally, Jenna lit a fire near the door, so the ice would melt.
Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 2 Name & #: ______________

What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

_____________ _____________ _____________ ____________

_____________ _____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The friends had to get the door open soon, or they would freeze to
death.
2. Formula: ____________ They were shivering; the temperature was 15 degrees below zero.
3. Formula: ____________ Jenna could not bend her fingers, nor could she feel her toes.
4. Formula: ____________ Jake pried the door open, and they rushed inside.
5. Formula: ____________ The group made a fire in the fireplace, for they needed to thaw out.

Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 2 Name & #: ______________

What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

_____________ _____________ _____________ ____________

_____________ _____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The friends had to get the door open soon, or they would freeze to
death.
2. Formula: ____________ They were shivering; the temperature was 15 degrees below zero.
3. Formula: ____________ Jenna could not bend her fingers, nor could she feel her toes.
4. Formula: ____________ Jake pried the door open, and they rushed inside.
5. Formula: ____________ The group made a fire in the fireplace, for they needed to thaw out.
Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 3 Name & #: ______________

What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

_____________ _____________ _____________ ____________
_____________ _____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Michel and Burdett went for a hike; the day was beautiful.
2. Formula: ____________ The sun was shining, and the sky was clear.
3. Formula: ____________ The hikers soon were lost, for they had forgotten the map.
4. Formula: ____________ Michel seemed scared, but Burdett showed courage.
5. Formula: ____________ The couple climbed to the mountaintop, so they could see the view
and get their bearings.
6. Create a sentence with the following formula: I,cI

Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 3 Name & #: ______________

What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

_____________ _____________ _____________ ____________
_____________ _____________ _____________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Michel and Burdett went for a hike; the day was beautiful.
2. Formula: ____________ The sun was shining, and the sky was clear.
3. Formula: ____________ The hikers soon were lost, for they had forgotten the map.
4. Formula: ____________ Michel seemed scared, but Burdett showed courage.
5. Formula: ____________ The couple climbed to the mountaintop, so they could see the view
and get their bearings.
6. Create a sentence with the following formula: I,cI
Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 4 Name & #: ______________

What is a compound sentence? ____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Michel unpacked the food, and Burdett started the fire.
2. Formula: ____________ The climbers were starving, yet they saved some food for the next
day.
3. Formula: ____________ The pair started down the mountain; the sun was high in the sky.
4. Formula: ____________ Before long they found the path; it was hidden in the underbrush.
5. Formula: ____________ The sportsmen got home at sunset, for their hike had taken all day.
6. Create a sentence with the following formula: I;I

Compound Sentence Practice Analysis 4 Name & #: ______________

What is a compound sentence? ____________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the coordinating
conjunction or semicolon. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Michel unpacked the food, and Burdett started the fire.
2. Formula: ____________ The climbers were starving, yet they saved some food for the next
day.
3. Formula: ____________ The pair started down the mountain; the sun was high in the sky.
4. Formula: ____________ Before long they found the path; it was hidden in the underbrush.
5. Formula: ____________ The sportsmen got home at sunset, for their hike had taken all day.
6. Create a sentence with the following formula: I;I
Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 1

What is a compound sentence? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ I will rake the leaves myself unless you want to join me.
2. Formula: ____________ After the fans went home, the band packed up their instruments.
3. Formula: ____________ Until Jill learns how to pace herself, she will not be healthy.
4. Formula: ____________That car is perfect for me, but I can’t afford its unkeep.
5. Formula: ____________ Since the weather got warm, we have been driving through the
park.

Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 1

What is a compound sentence? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ I will rake the leaves myself unless you want to join me.
2. Formula: ____________ After the fans went home, the band packed up their instruments.
3. Formula: ____________ Until Jill learns how to pace herself, she will not be healthy.
4. Formula: ____________That car is perfect for me, but I can’t afford its unkeep.
5. Formula: ____________ Since the weather got warm, we have been driving through the
park.
Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 2

What is a dependent clause? ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Whenever Hanni smiles at me, my heart melts.

2. Formula: ____________ I want to buy a home, so I will begin saving now.
3. Formula: ____________ Before you buy a boa constrictor, you should think about future
problems.
4. Formula: ____________ Will you wait for me while I speak to Mr. Low?
5. Formula: ____________ Although she was scared to death, Kathy gave a short speech to the
class.

Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 2

What is a dependent clause? ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Whenever Hanni smiles at me, my heart melts.

2. Formula: ____________ I want to buy a home, so I will begin saving now.
3. Formula: ____________ Before you buy a boa constrictor, you should think about future
problems.
4. Formula: ____________ Will you wait for me while I speak to Mr. Low?
5. Formula: ____________ Although she was scared to death, Kathy gave a short speech to the
class.
Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 3

Name as many subordinate conjunctions as you can: ___________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ If the students agree on a guest speaker, the school will pay the
travel expenses.
2. Formula: ____________ Chris wants to try out for the soccer team since he has been playing
for years.
3. Formula: ____________ Mr. Jones made the assignment twice as long because everyone
was excited to practice with the new math formula.
4. Formula: ____________ After Darla finishes practicing, we can go to the movies.
5. Formula: ____________ Tim cleaned the house before his parents returned on Sunday.

Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 3

Name as many subordinate conjunctions as you can: ___________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ If the students agree on a guest speaker, the school will pay the
travel expenses.
2. Formula: ____________ Chris wants to try out for the soccer team since he has been playing
for years.
3. Formula: ____________ Mr. Jones made the assignment twice as long because everyone
was excited to practice with the new math formula.
4. Formula: ____________ After Darla finishes practicing, we can go to the movies.
5. Formula: ____________ Tim cleaned the house before his parents returned on Sunday.
Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 4

What is a dependent clause? ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ While Marilyn and Debbie were in Florida, they got great tans.
2. Formula: ____________ Until Scott learns the rules of the game, winning will be difficult.
3. Formula: ____________ The candidate stopped talking, for the moderator gave him the
signal.
4. Formula: ____________ Once the band members know the costs, they can make their plans
for the trip.
5. Formula: ____________ Pete’s parents will let him drive the car if he pays for the gas.

Complex Sentence Practice Analysis 4

What is a dependent clause? ______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle the subordinating
conjunction. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out all adjectives,
adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ While Marilyn and Debbie were in Florida, they got great tans.
2. Formula: ____________ Until Scott learns the rules of the game, winning will be difficult.
3. Formula: ____________ The candidate stopped talking, for the moderator gave him the
signal.
4. Formula: ____________ Once the band members know the costs, they can make their plans
for the trip.
5. Formula: ____________ Pete’s parents will let him drive the car if he pays for the gas.
Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #1
What is a compound-complex sentence? _____________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The chef made a great meal, and we all enjoyed it although we
overate.
2. Formula: ____________ Because the storm has begun, there is no one outside.
3. Formula: ____________ The repairs on my car should cost hundreds of dollars; I will have
to sell it unless you can help me fix it cheaply.
4. Formula: ____________ If nuclear war breaks out, animal life will probably not survive;
plant life will not exist either.
5. Formula: ____________ I would like to go boating, for I have not gone for two weeks.

Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #1

What is a compound-complex sentence? _____________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ The chef made a great meal, and we all enjoyed it although we
overate.
2. Formula: ____________ Because the storm has begun, there is no one outside.
3. Formula: ____________ The repairs on my car should cost hundreds of dollars; I will have
to sell it unless you can help me fix it cheaply.
4. Formula: ____________ If nuclear war breaks out, animal life will probably not survive;
plant life will not exist either.
5. Formula: ____________ I would like to go boating, for I have not gone for two weeks.
Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #2

What are the six formulas for compound-complex sentences?

__________________ __________________
__________________ __________________
__________________ __________________
Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ We will not have time to get to the store if Jeff does not get here
soon.
2. Formula: ____________ I wanted to go before he got here, but he came early.
3. Formula: ____________ Before Dean could try out for the football team, his parents had to
sign a permission slip, and he had to take a physical examination.
4. Formula: ____________ Alvamar Golf Course is a “tournament” quality course: it has the
facilities necessary to hold a major golf tournament although none has been held there yet.
5. Formula: ____________ Mary should not drive to Cleveland tonight, nor should she stay in
a hotel.

Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #2

What are the six formulas for compound-complex sentences?

__________________ __________________
__________________ __________________
__________________ __________________
Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ We will not have time to get to the store if Jeff does not get here
soon.
2. Formula: ____________ I wanted to go before he got here, but he came early.
3. Formula: ____________ Before Dean could try out for the football team, his parents had to
sign a permission slip, and he had to take a physical examination.
4. Formula: ____________ Alvamar Golf Course is a “tournament” quality course: it has the
facilities necessary to hold a major golf tournament although none has been held there yet.
5. Formula: ____________ Mary should not drive to Cleveland tonight, nor should she stay in
a hotel.
Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #3

What is an independent clause? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Kevin had collected a lot of camping gear, and he had all the menus
planned although he could not go camping for two weeks.
2. Formula: ____________ Since it was dark in the kitchen, he decided to turn on the light; he
discovered a broken light switch.
3. Formula: ____________ The limo driver started the engine; she was looking forward to an
exciting night since she was scheduled to pick up a celebrity at the airport.
4. Formula: ____________ The weather of the Turkish summer is hot, so it is essential to drink
enough water to be properly hydrated.
5. Formula: ____________ The new kitten arrived and began exploring the house since she
was a curious young critter.

Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #3

What is an independent clause? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ Kevin had collected a lot of camping gear, and he had all the menus
planned although he could not go camping for two weeks.
2. Formula: ____________ Since it was dark in the kitchen, he decided to turn on the light; he
discovered a broken light switch.
3. Formula: ____________ The limo driver started the engine; she was looking forward to an
exciting night since she was scheduled to pick up a celebrity at the airport.
4. Formula: ____________ The weather of the Turkish summer is hot, so it is essential to drink
enough water to be properly hydrated.
5. Formula: ____________ The new kitten arrived and began exploring the house since she
was a curious young critter.
Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #4

What is an independent clause? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ You will have to help us; the car got stuck.
2. Formula: ____________ Janet left before I could stop her.
3. Formula: ____________ The store was crowded; everyone had come since there was a big
sale on all of the newest items.
4. Formula: ____________ The food tastes excellent at the corner restaurant, but the service is
horrible whenever I eat dinner there.
5. Formula: ____________ Although I am tried, I will walk home, for I cannot afford to be
late.

Compound-Complex Sentence Practice Analysis #4

What is an independent clause? ____________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________

Directions: Mark the subjects and verbs in the following sentence and circle any coordinate or
subordinate conjunctions. Then write the formula used for the sentence. Make sure to cross out
all adjectives, adverbs and prepositional phrases.

1. Formula: ____________ You will have to help us; the car got stuck.
2. Formula: ____________ Janet left before I could stop her.
3. Formula: ____________ The store was crowded; everyone had come since there was a big
sale on all of the newest items.
4. Formula: ____________ The food tastes excellent at the corner restaurant, but the service is
horrible whenever I eat dinner there.
5. Formula: ____________ Although I am tried, I will walk home, for I cannot afford to be
late.
Simple Sentence Examples

Example Set #1

1. Jane went to the pool.

2. Paul is a very nice guy.
3. Cakes lined the store window.
4. I love chocolate ice cream.
5. Bikes are very expensive.
6. Dad is strict.
7. Bananas taste good.
8. Kathy has a son named Jimmy.
9. Raccoons raid our garbage cans every night.
10. Flowers are in bloom everywhere.

Example Set #2

1. The old gray mare limped down the lane.

2. The silver-winged plane soared.
3. Johnny’s baby sister cried for hours.
4. The first three girls giggled.
5. Fourteen good pilots died in the war.
6. The chairman of the meeting left early.
7. The chrome-plated motorcycles glistened in the sun.
8. The pioneers in our family fled from England.
9. The dog’s buried bones rotted in the ground.
10. Carol’s best china plate broke into a hundred pieces.

Example Set #3

1. The bus must have gone by now.

2. My best friend could not work tonight.
3. The light green grapes have been eaten.
4. The committee of environmentalists is working to solve the smog problem.
5. Steven’s aunt is not following her new diet.
6. The old rickety wagon should hot have been filled to the top.
7. The merry pied piper would have played a happy tune.
8. A stray sunbeam could have pierced the clouds.
9. The pain on the old gray house was peeling.
10. The peace treaty might have been signed today.

Example Set #4

13. Bill and Sue want to go to the movies.

14. Jason and his friends work together.
15. Are the car and truck parked outside?
16. The park and sidewalks are covered with snow.
17. Hiding and seeking are fun activities.
18. The old man and his black cat have lived long lives.
19. The station and its surrounding parking lot become dangerous after 9:00 P.M..
20. Arnie, Karen and Ty went to buy a new van.
21. Peace and war are direct opposites.
22. Did Marty and Kathy travel 500 miles just to speak at the conference?

Simple Sentence Lesson 1A

1. The old man walked slowly down the street.

2. The boys and girls were running around.
3. A mean dog chased and bit the girl.
4. The little girl ran quickly home.
5. The mother and father came out of the house and comforted the girl.
6. The father called the dogcatcher and chased the dog.
7. He and another man finally caught the dog.
8. There are dry leaves and branches on the ground.
9. Chicago is located on Lake Michigan and has one of the busiest airports.
10. Bravery and courage are shown by heroes and often are found in the moment of crisis.

Simple Sentence Lesson 1C

(they create their own sentence)
Formula:
1. SV
2. SV
3. SV
4. SSV
5. SSV
6. SVV
7. SVV
8. SSVV
9. SSVV
10. SSVV

Compound Sample Set #1

1. Mr. Leyland played the viola professionally for many years, and now he conducts a
community orchestra.
2. The crab grass was flourishing, but the rest of the lawn, unfortunately, was dying.
3. As I turned around, I heard a loud, for the cat had upset the goldfish bowl.
4. He looked carefully in the underbrush, but he failed to notice the pair of green eyes staring at
him.
5. I thought registration day would be tiring, but I didn’t know I’d have to stand in so many
lines.
6. Professors are supposed to be absent-minded, and I have seen plenty of evidence to support
that claim since I’ve been in college.
7. I have read Soul on Ice, but I have not read The Invisible Man.
8. The quarterback made a brilliant pass, and the end crossed the goal line for the winning
touchdown.
9. The obstacles are not insurmountable, but they are real formidable.
10. Not all highly educated people enjoy traveling, but many world travelers are particularly well
educated.

Compound Sample Set #2

1. I was exhausted; therefore, I went to bed early.

2. To err is human; to forgive is define.
3. The movie was too gory; I should have changed the channel.
4. At home Vanessa speaks Spanish; at school, however, she speaks English.
5. George Orwell’s essay “Shooting an Elephant” is about a rampaging elephant; Orwell
reluctantly decides to shoot his elephant.
6. The draft of my first essay is due Monday; I also need to read the second chapter of the
textbook.
7. I enjoyed spending a week in Florida; however, it was nice to return home after the long
vacation.
8. I had a great weekend; I visited with friends, played golf and ate at a nice restaurant.
9. Next weekend, I plan to go hiking; hiking is one of my favorite activities.
10. It might rain next weekend, though; I might have to stay inside.

Compound Sample Set #3

1. Katherine has given up smoking about five times, but she cannot seem to break the habit.
2. His work may be almost totally forgotten, but he would certainly be surprised to see how
much current scholarship simply echoes his ideas.
3. Our dog seems to have a built-in alarm clock; he wakes up at exactly the same time every
morning.
4. I realized at once that something was wrong; I was not, however, the only person who
was concerned.
5. I had to complete the assignment by Friday; otherwise, I would have failed the course.
6. Ralph decided to be a chemist, but he changed his mind after taking the test.
7. The air was beautifully clear; it was a lovely day.
8. We always go to the mountains in the fall; they are the prettiest at that time of the year.
9. Tim went to the candy store quite often; the clerk even knew his name.
10. The president has pledges to cut taxes repeatedly, and the public has responded
enthusiastically.
11. The office was closed; consequently, I could not pay my bill.

Compound Sentence Lesson #1A

1. The snow was falling, and the wind was howling.

 2. Nothing could be done; the cold air had frozen the door shut.
3. Jake got a crowbar; Mac grabbed a shovel.
4. The pair pounded on the ice, but it would not crack.
5. Finally, Jenna lit a fire near the door, so the ice would melt.
6. The friends had to get the door open soon, or they would freeze to death.
7. They were shivering; the temperature was 15 degrees below zero.
8. Jenna could not bend her fingers, nor could she feel her toes.
9. Jake pried the door open, and they rushed inside.
10. The group made a fire in the fireplace, for they needed to thaw out.

Compound Sentence Lesson #1B

1. Michel and Burdett went for a hike; the day was beautiful.
2. The sun was shining, and the sky was clear.
3. The hikers soon were lost, for they had forgotten the map.
4. Michel seemed scared, but Burdett showed courage.
5. The couple climbed to the mountaintop, so they could see the view and get their bearings.
6. Michel unpacked the food; Burdett started the fire.
7. The climbers were starving, yet they saved some food for the next day.
8. The pair started down the mountain; the sun was high in the sky.
9. Before long they found the path; it was hidden in the underbrush.
10. The sportsmen got home at sunset, for their hike had taken all day.