English 6

Quarter 4 - Module 4

Objective
To identify and use various kinds of sentences according to structure – compound sentences.

Let’s Recall

Underline the adverbial clause in the following sentences.

1. I will meet you at Mary’s Tapsilog and Barbeque House after the mass.

2. I instructed the crew that the food must be ready when we get there.

3. We will surely eat to our heart’s delight because we are very hungry.

4. Call me up as soon as you reach Barangay Don Galo.

5. I enjoy going there even though there is bad traffic along the way.

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 Let’s Understand

A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses. It is

connected by coordinating conjunctions like;

and –is used to show similar or additional ideas but - is used to show
opposite or contrast ideas so - is used to show consequence or result
or – is used to show choice or alternative for – means with the purpose of; on
behalf of; in support of nor- is used to introduce and negate a
following clause or phrase yet – is used to show contrast with two parts of a
sentence

Examples:

Two independent clauses Two independent clauses joined by coordinating

conjunctions.

1.Rizal was exiled to Dapitan. Rizal was exiled in Dapitan and he lived there
He lived there for four years. for four years.

2. He had to go to this place. He He had to go to this place or he would be

would be arrested. arrested.

3. At first, he became unhappy. He was At first, he became unhappy but he was not
not discouraged. discouraged.

a. What kind of sentence do we form when we combine independent clauses?

b. How many independent clauses does each sentence have?
c. What connects the independent clauses?
d. Can you identify the coordinating conjunctions used in the given examples?

Remember:
Compound sentence is formed when two independent clauses were combined. An
independent clause can stand by itself as a complete sentence. Notice that each sentence has
two independent clauses. The independent clauses are connected by a conjunction to form a
compound sentence. In the examples stated above, we used and, or and but as coordinating
conjunctions.

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 Let’s Apply
Directions: A. Fill in the blanks with the correct coordinating conjunctions to form
compound sentences.

Masville Performing Arts Group organized a donation drive for the needy children in the
community. The adviser gave them the following reminders:

1. You must come on time _____ you will not be able to join the activity.
2. You can donate old books and used gadgets ______ you have to make sure that those
things are still in good condition.
3. We should keep in mind that we intend to help ________we do not just get rid of things
that we do not use.
4. There are stray dogs along the way _______ we should take safety measures to avoid
untoward incidents.
5. All participants should cooperate _______ we will be able to finish the activity as planned.

B. Write compound sentences using the correct conjunctions.

1. Celia wants to pass all her subjects (so, for, and) she studies diligently.
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2. The teacher asked Farrah a question (and, but, for) she failed to answer it correctly.
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3. Marites will not join the school fair (but, and, nor) will she participate in the
games.
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4. You leave the house early (but, or, for) you’ll be late in school.
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5. You stay home to finish your work (and, but, or) you come with us.
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Let’s Analyze

A. Read the paragraph and underline the compound sentences used.

Miss Benzon is a retired principal who lives just across our house. She is a kind-
hearted lady, and she never refuses to help others in need. Everybody finds her friendly,
so everybody likes her a lot. Her nieces and nephews are her companions at home, and
they treat her out on weekends. She usually invites us to come to her house once in a

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 while, so she can get to know us better. We have a nice time bonding with one another,
and we consider her like our aunt.

B. Identify the compound sentences below. Choose the letter of the correct answer.
___1. A. I wanted to borrow his bicycle but he ran away from me. B. I
wanted to borrow his bicycle. He ran away from me.
C. I wanted to borrow his bicycle. But he ran away from me.
D. I wanted to borrow his bicycle he ran away from me.

___2. A. The sun shines brightly today, we played outdoor games.

B. The sun shines brightly today so we played outdoor games.
C. The sun shines brightly today. So, we played outdoor games.
D. The sun shines brightly today. We played outdoor games.

___3. A. You leave the house early. Or you’ll be late in school. B. You
leave the house early or you’ll be late in school.
C. You leave the house early you’ll be late in school.
D. You leave the house early. You’ll be late in school.

___4. A. Albert fed the dogs. He cleaned up the mess that he made.
B. Albert fed the dogs. And then he cleaned up the mess that he made.
C. Albert fed the dogs he cleaned up the mess that he made.
D. Albert fed the dogs and he cleaned up the mess that he made.

___5. A. The children promised to follow their parents’ advice but they tend to
forget them.
B. The children promised to follow their parents’ advice. But they tend to forget them.
C. The children promised to follow their parents’ advice. They tend to forget them.
D. The children promised to follow their parents’ advice they tend to forget them.

C. Combine each pair of simple sentences to form compound sentences. Write

your answers on the lines.

1. The bridge is a structure built to connect two places. It also makes travel between two
places easier.

2. They couldn’t believe that the bridge will be finished before the rainy season.
Through their collaborative effort, it was successfully built.
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3. The residents wished for a better and sturdier bridge. It was finally realized through the
mayor’s bridge program.
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4. It aims to enhance the economic progress of the town. The residents will have better
livelihood opportunities.
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Let’s Evaluate

Directions: A. Identify the compound sentences in the following. Put a on the

blank if the sentence is compound and X if not.

____1. I enjoy gardening since I was in Grade 5.

____2. I planted five tomato seedlings and all of them grew fast.
____3. My friend Shirley asked me to play but I am busy working in the
garden.
____4. You should remove the insects on the leaves so the plants will grow
healthy.
____5. I started harvesting vegetables early because I don’t want to work
in the garden when the sun is shining brightly.

B. Write compound sentences using the following independent clauses. Use the correct
coordinating conjunctions to connect the independent clauses.

1. The big eagle swiftly flew above tall trees. Father had captured it on the picture.
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2. John wanted to go to the market. Mother accompanied him.
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3 Ben plays the violin. Lorna plays the piano to entertain our guests.
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4. Freddie wanted to ride on a bicycle. His mother did not allow him.
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5. You will come with us to the bookstore. You will just stay here to do your
homework.
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 Let’s Create

Goal: Your task is to write five reminders on how to protect yourselves from Corona
Virus using compound sentences.

Role: Writer

Audience: Parents, elder siblings

Situation: The school is launching a program on health awareness campaign and as a student
leader, you are tasked to give/write reminders on how to protect oneself from contagious
diseases.

Product/Performance: List of reminders that will be posted on the health corner of every
room.