Simple Sentence vs.

Compound Sentence

This rule explains the difference between simple sentences and compound sentences:

1. Simple Sentence: A simple sentence consists of one independent clause. An

independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses
a complete thought.
Example of a simple sentence: "She sings beautifully."
In this sentence, "She" is the subject, "sings" is the verb, and the sentence expresses a
complete thought.
2. Compound Sentence: A compound sentence consists of two or more independent
clauses joined together by a coordinating conjunction (such as "and," "but," "or") or a
semicolon.
Example of a compound sentence: "She sings beautifully, and he plays the guitar."
In this sentence, "She sings beautifully" and "he plays the guitar" are both independent
clauses joined by the coordinating conjunction "and."

Remember that when forming compound sentences, you need to use proper punctuation and
conjunctions to connect the independent clauses correctly.

Here's another example of a compound sentence with a semicolon: "She sings beautifully; he
plays the guitar."

Understanding the difference between simple and compound sentences can help you vary your
sentence structure and make your writing more interesting and effective.