English 5-Module 3.1

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English
Quarter 1 – Module 3.1:
Compound and Complex
Sentences
English – Grade 5
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
Quarter 1 – Module 3.1: Compound and Complex Sentences
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English
Quarter 1 – Module 3.1:
Sentences
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Complex Sentences!
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Complex Sentences!
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What I Need to Know
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This module is about:

 Lesson 1 – Compound and complex sentences
After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. distinguish compound from complex sentences,
2. compose compound and complex sentences using
dependent and independent clauses,
3. compose clear and coherent sentences using coordinate and
subordinate conjunctions.
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What I Know
Pre-Assessment
Directions: Read each sentence and underline the dependent clause once
and the independent clause twice.
Example: Although I was sick, I successfully passed all the examinations.

Answer: Although I was sick, I successfully passed all the examinations.
1. I do some exercise in the house even though I am in isolation.

2. Because I want to learn, I will watch the clips of how to survive the
pandemic.
3. After watching video clips, we went out to buy fruits and
supplementary vitamins.
4. I still help the team monitor the data of patients although I stay at
home.
5. He cannot do his regular activities since he was advised to isolate
himself.
6. While in the clinic, we always maintain social distancing.
7. Even though the front liners are tired, they give their best effort.
8. While waiting for the laboratory result, she was so upset.
9. Before the community quarantine, I can go to the farm regularly.
10. To lessen the spread of the virus, the government imposed physical
distancing protocols.
Great Job! You are now ready to discover more.
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Lesson
1 Sentences
What’s In
In the previous module, you have learned how to infer unfamiliar words
using different strategies. To remember everything you have learned, answer
the questions below or do what is asked.
a. What is a compound word? How is it being formed? Give examples

of compound words.
b. Differentiate synonyms from antonyms. Give some examples of
synonyms and antonyms?
c. Differentiate blended from clipped words. Give some examples.
Word formation occurs when compounding, blending, or clipping

existing words to create new words. These new and unfamiliar words can be
defined using context clues compound, synonyms, antonyms and using word
parts in the blended and clipped words. Compound words are formed when
two words are combined into a single new word or two or more words
combined using a hyphen. Synonyms are words with the same meaning.
Antonyms are words with opposite meaning. Blended words are two words
joined by taking parts of both words and combining the parts into a new word.
Clipped words are formed when a word is reduced or shortened without
changing its meaning.
Great! You have mastered our previous lesson. Get ready for more!
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What’s New
Activity 1 - Anticipation Guide
Directions: This anticipation guide will help you preview the lessons before
you learn them. Read each statement. Write TRUE if the statement is correct.
Write FALSE if the statement is wrong.
Anticipation Guide
Statements True/False
1. A clause is a group of words that contains a
subject and a verb.
2. An independent clause expresses a complete
thought and can stand by itself as a
complete sentence
3. A dependent clause, or subordinate clause,
may have a subject and a verb but it cannot
stand alone as a sentence.
4. A dependent clause or subordinate clause
need not be combined with an independent
clause to form a complete sentence.
5. A dependent clause begins with a
subordinating conjunction (before, although,
after, while, because, since)
6. A simple sentence consists of independent
clause and dependent clause.
7. Compound sentence has two independent
clauses connected with coordinating
conjunctions.
8. Complex sentence has one independent
clause and one or more dependent clauses.
9. This is an example of a complex sentence:
Community quarantine is imposed in the
municipality and residents are discouraged to
move from one place to another.
10. This is an example of a compound
sentence: Unless the community quarantine is
lifted, the residents are not allowed to go out
without a quarantine pass.
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How did you find the activity? ______________________________________
Do not worry much with your answers. At the end of the module, you
will know whether your answers are correct or not.
Very Good! Are you ready to unlock the mystery of the lesson? Discover
more in the next activities.
What Is It
When it comes to sentence constructions, compound and complex

sentences are typically long and complicated. This is because they combine
two different types of sentences into one long sentence.
Before you start writing compound and complex sentences, you will
need to understand what a complete sentence is. There are two main parts of
a complete sentence:
(Who or what?) Subject – noun or pronoun
(Does what?) Predicate – verb
When a sentence has one subject and one verb, it is called a clause. A
clause is any portion of a sentence that includes a subject and a verb. But it
does always not necessarily describe a complete sentence .
However, simple sentence is made of one clause, which can stand

alone as a complete sentence. Simple sentence is also called independent
clause. For example:
(subject) (verb)
1. We salute all frontliners!
(subject) (verb)
2. The act of kindness inspires others.
(subject) (verb)
3. Patient X tests positive for COVID-19 virus.
(subject) (verb)
4. They prepare home-cooked meals.
(subject) (verb)
5. Quarantine pass allows one person to buy necessities.
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Each of the sentences above has a subject and verb, it stands by itself
as a complete idea, it is alone, and can survive on its own. This is an
independent clause or a complete simple sentence.
So, what happens when we want to compose longer sentences?

Independent clauses can link up with other independent clauses to become
compound sentences. Compound sentences are formed by combining two
independent clauses.
But how are we going to connect it together? When independent clauses

are joined, they need a coordinating conjunction between them. Coordinating
conjunctions include the following words: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so. There
are seven and you can remember them using the acronym FANBOYS.
Examples:
(independent clause) (independent clause)

1. The frontliners work round-the clock so we offer them home-
cooked meals.
(coordinating conjunction)
(independent clause)
2. They distribute food packs and personal hygiene kits, and
their act of kindness inspires others.
(independent clause) (coordinating conjunction)
3. Virtual classes lessen the risk of COVID-19 virus, but some areas
in the country do not have internet connectivity.
4. The airline company announces to resume its operations, yet it
does not get an approval to mount the flights.
(independent clause) (Coordinating conjunction)

5. Jeepneys and buses are limited for public transportation
must adapt to the regulations of the imposed health protocols.
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When you write a compound sentence, you need to use

a comma before the coordinating conjunction to punctuate
your sentence correctly.
Now, you know how to make compound sentences with two clauses.
But, just to make things even more complicated, there are two different kinds
of clauses.
You can make an independent clause into a dependent clause with

just a word or two. If you remember that independent clauses are called
independent because they like to be alone, what do you think dependent
clauses like to do? It needs to be attached to another clause. These are not
complete sentences, but they do contain a noun and a verb. For example:
1. If we are to combat the pandemic.

2. If we are to keep our community safe.
3. If you are done with the home quarantine.
4. When the country is struck by calamities and disasters.
5. While the local government units are busy addressing the needs of
the constituents.
Does it make sense? Can it exist by itself? Are you looking for more
information? Each of the sentences above cannot stand alone. You need more
information to complete the thought.
When a dependent clause is joined to an independent clause, it forms
a complex sentence. A complex sentence needs subordinating conjunctions
such as because, since, so that, if, unless, whether, than, although, even
though, after, until, whenever, where, wherever, or a relative pronoun such as
that, who, or which. The dependent clause can come either at the beginning
or the end of the sentence.
For example:
(independent clause) (dependent clause)
1. Strict protocols will be imposed if the public fails to observe physical

distancing and health standards.
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(dependent clause) (independent clause)
2. Even if quarantine measures have been relaxed, health officials advised

the public not to be complacent about it.
3. Local businesses and establishments implement strict measures

because of the pandemic.
4. To contain the virus, the local health office quarantined the people
coming from high-risk areas.
5. Although we were booked for the summer vacation, we did not go anymore.
In each sentence, which is the dependent clause? What is the

conjunction used that makes it dependent? What do we call this conjunction?
Is it important to understand which part of the sentence is independent

clause and which is the dependent clause?
What do conjunctions do in a compound and complex sentence?
When do we use coordinating conjunctions? What are examples?
When do we use subordinating conjunctions? What are some

examples?
Did you enjoy learning about compound and complex sentences?
Have you learned new things about the compound and complex
sentences?
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When you place the dependent clause at the beginning

of the sentence, you need to put a comma after it. When the
dependent clause is at the end of the sentence, no comma is
required.
What’s More
Activity 2 – Quick Spot
Directions: Read each sentence below. Encircle the independent clause and
box the dependent or subordinate clause.
Example: Though he was late, he still made a contribution.
Answer: Though he was late, he still made a contribution.
1. After the 14-day quarantine, he was issued a certificate of completion.

2. Unless she reports it, she will be the missing link in the contact
tracing.
3. Even though they finished the quarantine, they will still have to follow
the health restrictions.
4. We went to the health office since laboratory tests were required.
5. Whenever you are ready, you need to let me know.
6. Wherever you are, I will find you.
7. Before the enhanced community quarantine, my mother bought basic
food and medical supplies.
8. If my sister fails, I will be the one to blame.
9. Because of the pandemic, children and senior citizens are restricted to
go out of their homes.
10. As one of the frontliners during this pandemic, doctors and nurses
risk themselves just to provide healthcare services.
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Activity 3 – Connect It Right
Directions: Compose a compound sentence by combining the two simple

sentences below with the connecting words (and, or, but, for, so, etc).
1. Talking can be a way to cope with your problem.

You feel supported by being listened to.
__________________________________________________________
2. Regular exercise not only boosts one’s self-esteem.

It can also help one to concentrate, sleep, and feel better.
__________________________________________________________
3. A change of place and pace is good for your mental health.

It could be a five-minute pause from your routine work also.
__________________________________________________________
4. Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.

Practicing good coping skills reduce mental health problems.
__________________________________________________________
5. People with strong family and social connections are generally healthier.
Those who lack a support network are often stressed.
__________________________________________________________
Activity 4 – Cut and Paste
Directions: Compose a complex sentence by combining dependent clause

and independent clause.
1. Because taking care of oneself is important during pandemic.

Fuel your body by eating a healthy and well-balanced diet.
_________________________________________________________
2. While donating basic food supplies and money to local organizations

can help.
You can look for other ways to help your community, like blood
donating.
_________________________________________________________
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3. There are many things we can do to support our well-being.
Since there is an infectious disease outbreak.
_________________________________________________________
4. You can still reach out and share help to others.

Although you are staying at home.
_________________________________________________________
5. Because too much alcohol and caffeine can affect how well you sleep.
Try not to have coffee or alcohol before bedtime.
_________________________________________________________
How did you find the activity? Did you identify the dependent clause
correctly? How about the independent clause? Did you answer it right?
Good job! There’s more. Let us see what you have learned. Are you
ready?
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What I Have Learned
Activity 5 – Checkpoint
Direction: Here is another activity that will apply what you have learned
about compound and complex sentences. Fill in the blanks with the correct
answers to make the paragraphs correct.
There are two types of clauses in a sentence. (1) _______________________

clause or simple sentence can stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a
subject and verb, and it stands by itself as a complete idea. The other kind of
clause is (2)___________________________. These are not complete sentences,
but they do contain a noun and a verb. It cannot stand alone. It needs more
information to complete the thought.
If two independent clauses are combined, it forms (3)

___________________ sentences. When these clauses are joined, they need
a coordinating conjunction between them. Coordinating conjunctions include
the following words: (4) _____, (5) _____, (6) _____, (7) _____, (8) _____, (9) _____,
(10) _____. There are seven and you can remember them using the acronym
FANBOYS.
When a dependent clause is joined to an independent clause, it forms

a (11)________________ sentence. It needs subordinating conjunctions such as
(12)______, (13) ______, (14) ______, (15) ______, etc.
Great Work! You are now ready to apply what you have learned.
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What I Can Do
Activity 6 – Think Beyond
Now that you have learned about the dependent clause, independent
clause, compound sentence and complex sentence, revisit your first answers
in the Anticipation Guide and it is time to use your knowledge about the
lesson. At the third column, write whether your first answers are right or
wrong and why.
Anticipation Guide
True/
False Were you
Statements
(original right? Why?
answer)
1. A clause is a group of words that
contains a subject and a verb.
2. An independent clause expresses a
complete thought and can stand by itself
as a complete sentence
3. A dependent clause, or subordinate
clause, may have a subject and a verb but
it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
4. A dependent clause or subordinate
clause needs not be combined with an
independent clause to form a complete
sentence.
5. A dependent clause begins with a
subordinating conjunction (before,
although, after, while, because, since, etc.)
6. A simple sentence is consisting of
independent clause and dependent clause.
7. Compound sentence has two
independent clauses connected with
coordinating conjunctions.
8. Complex sentence has one independent
clause and one or more dependent clauses.
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9. This is an example of a complex
sentence: Community quarantine is imposed
in the municipality and residents are
discouraged to move from one place to
another.
10. This is an example of a compound
sentence: Unless the community quarantine
is lifted, the residents are not allowed to go
out without a quarantine pass.
Activity 7 – Connect and Link Challenge
Directions: Construct a compound or complex sentence using the two

clauses given. Use the conjunction in the parenthesis.
1. Be mindful of what you share online. Do not share your password to

anyone. (and)
___________________________________________________________________
2. Make friends online. Add friends you know in real life. (but)
_____________________________________________________________________
3. It is for reading, researching, socializing, or playing games. The internet

has given you most powerful tools. (whether)
_____________________________________________________________________
4. You keep your profile private. Search engines will not be able to scan
your profile. (if)
_____________________________________________________________________
5. Anyone can access the internet. Avoid logging in to public networks or

Wi-Fi. (however)
____________________________________________________________________
6. There are several ways to stay safe online. It is essential to know and
apply them. (so)
_____________________________________________________________________
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7. Information and Communication Technology has a major effect in our
lives. It is being connected with friends and family or being instantly
updated about the latest news. (whether)
_____________________________________________________________________
8. My computer has an antivirus. It is not okay to open all email

attachments like bank transactions and other private legal documents.
(although)
_____________________________________________________________________
9. Most of us use the internet every day. Some do not pay attention on how
much information they share online. (however)
_____________________________________________________________________
10. The internet is truly a place of useful information. The internet is also
one of the most dangerous places. (yet)
_____________________________________________________________________
Excellent! You have applied what you have learned. Are you now ready
to take the post assessment? Good Luck!
Assessment
Post Assessment
Directions: Read each sentence and identify what kind of sentence are the
following. Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write it on a separate sheet
of paper.
1. A healthy diet is vital for the development of every child.

A. clause C. compound sentence
B. complex sentence D. simple sentence
2. Since children need a balanced diet to grow, they need a variety of

nutritious food every day.
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3. You eat healthy snacks daily and serve it in appropriate portions.
4. If your child eats a healthy diet, one sweet a day is fine.

5. Because sugary snacks and drinks are unhealthy, control your sugar
intake to stay healthy.
6. Fruits should be a major part of one’s diet because it will provide lots
of vitamins to stay strong and healthy.
7. The recommended amount of fruit may differ by age, but you should
eat one or two cups of fruits a day.
8. You should try to eat healthy, but you should also enjoy your food and
mealtime.
9. Sleep is as important as healthy diet and exercise, so get plenty of sleep.

10. While it is important to be physically active, it is also important

to give yourself a time to relax and take things easy.
B. complex sentence D. simple sentenc
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Additional Activities
Congratulations! You have come this far. I know you have learned a
lot already. This time, you will do the following activities using your
knowledge on the compound and complex sentence.
Activity 8 – Connection Challenge
Directions: Use a coordinating or subordinating conjunction to compose a

clear and coherent compound or complex sentence.
1. Wastes must be removed. People need a clean environment.

2. Everyone should help protect the environment. The environment
affects the health of the people living in it.
3. You must eat a variety of healthful foods. You will get all the vitamins,
minerals, and other nutrients your body needs.
4. People who feel good about themselves take care of their bodies. They
avoid things that are unhealthy.
5. Some illnesses that people get are not dangerous. No one likes to be
sick at all.
6. Measure your weekly trash in the house. Make a pledge to reduce
your plastic use.
7. Make art out of your trash. Make crafts out of plastic bottles.
8. Learn how to create a garden outdoors. Start an indoor garden.
9. Involve children in environment friendly activities. They will grow into
aware citizens of the planet.
10. Nature provides us with everything we need. It can also express
its anger if abused.
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Activity 9 – Write It Right
Direction: compose a clear and coherent compound or complex sentence

using the following coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
1. and
_____________________________________________________________________
2. because
_____________________________________________________________________
3. or
_____________________________________________________________________
4. but
_____________________________________________________________________
5. so
_____________________________________________________________________
6. since
_____________________________________________________________________
7. if
_____________________________________________________________________
8. while
_____________________________________________________________________
9. before
_____________________________________________________________________
10. after
_____________________________________________________________________
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STATEMENTS TRUE/FALSE
1. A clause is a group of words that contains a subject and
True
a verb.
2. An independent clause expresses a complete thought
True
and can stand by itself as a complete sentence
3. A dependent clause, or subordinate clause, may have a
True
subject and a verb but it cannot stand alone as a sentence.
4. A dependent clause or subordinate clause need not be
combined with an independent clause to form a complete False
sentence.
5. A dependent clause begins with a subordinating
conjunction (before, although, after, while, because, since, True
etc.)
6. A simple sentence consists of independent clause and
False
dependent clause.
7. Compound sentence has two independent clauses
True
connected with coordinating conjunctions.
8. Complex sentence has one independent clause and one
True
or more dependent clauses.
9. This is an example of a complex sentence: Community
quarantine is imposed in the municipality and residents are False
discouraged to move from one place to another.
10. This is an example of a compound sentence: Unless the
community quarantine is lifted, the residents are not False
allowed to go out without a quarantine pass.
Activity 1: Anticipation
1. I do some exercise in the house even though I am in isolation.
2. Because I want to learn, I will watch the clips of how to survive the
pandemic.
3. After watching video clips, we went out to buy fruits and supplementary
vitamins.
4. I still help the team monitor the data of patients although I stopped.
5. He cannot do his regular activities since he was advised to isolate.
6. While in the clinic, we always maintain social distancing.
7. Even though the front liners are tired, they give their best effort.
8. While waiting for the laboratory result, she was so upset.
9. Before the community quarantine, I can go to the farm regularly.
10. In order to lessen the spread of the virus, the government imposed physical
distancing protocols.
What I Know – Pre-Assessment
Answer Key
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1. Talking can be a way to cope with your problem.
You feel supported by being listened to.
You feel supported by being listened to, so talking can be a way to cope with your
problem.
2. Regular exercise not only boosts one’s self-esteem.
It can also help one to concentrate, sleep, and feel better.
Regular exercise not only boosts one’s self-esteem, but also helps one to
concentrate, sleep, and feel better.
3. A change of place and pace is good for your mental health.
It could be a five-minute pause from your routine work also.
A change of place and pace is good for your mental health, or it could be a five-
minute pause from your routine work also.
4. Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.
Practicing good coping skills reduce mental health problems.
Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health and
practicing good coping skills reduce mental health problems.
5. People with strong family and social connections are generally healthier.
Those who lack a support network are often stressed.
People with strong family and social connections are generally healthier, yet
those who lack a support network are often stressed.
Activity 3.1 – Connect It Right
1. After the 14-day quarantine, he was issued a certificate of completion.
2. Unless she reports it, she will be the missing link in the contact tracing.
3. Even though they finished the quarantine, they will still have to follow the
health restrictions.
4. We went to the health office, since laboratory tests were required.
5. Whenever you are ready, you need to let me know.
6. Wherever you are, I will find you.
7. Before the enhanced community quarantine,
my mother bought basic food and medical supplies.
8. If my sister fails, I will be the one to blame.
9. Because of the pandemic, children and senior citizens are restricted to go
out of their homes.
10. As one of the frontliners during this pandemic,
doctors and nurses risk themselves just to provide healthcare
Activity 2 – Quick Spot
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There are two types of clauses in a sentence. (1) Independent clause or simple
sentence can stand alone as a complete sentence. It has a subject and verb, and it
stands by itself as a complete idea. The other kind of clause is (2) dependent clause.
These are not complete sentences, but they do contain a noun and a verb. It cannot
stand alone. It needs more information to complete the thought.
If two independent clauses are combined, it forms (3) compound sentences.
When these clauses are joined, they need a coordinating conjunction between them.
Coordinating conjunctions include the following words: (4) for, (5) and, (6) nor, (7)
but, (8) or, (9) yet, (10) so. There are seven and you can remember them using the
acronym FANBOYS.
When a dependent clause is joined to an independent clause, it forms a
(11)complex sentence. It needs subordinating conjunctions such as (12)because, (13)
so that, (14) since, (15) although, etc.
Activity 4 – Load Your Thoughts
1. Because taking care of oneself is important during pandemic.
Fuel your body by eating a healthy and well-balanced diet.
Because taking care of oneself is important during pandemic, fuel your body by
eating a healthy and well-balanced diet.
2. While donating basic food supplies and money to local organizations can help.
You can look for other ways to help your community, like blood donating.
While donating basic food supplies and money to local organizations can help,
you can look for other ways to help your community, like blood donating.
3. There are many things we can do to support our well-being.
There is an infectious disease outbreak.
Since there is an infectious disease outbreak, there are many things we can do
to support our well-being.
4. You can still reach out and share help to others.
You’re staying at home.
Although you’re staying at home, you can still reach out and help others.
5. Because too much alcohol and caffeine can affect how well you sleep.
Try not to have coffee or alcohol before bedtime.
Try not to have coffee or alcohol before bedtime because too much alcohol and
caffeine can affect how well you sleep.
Activity 3.2 – Connect It Right
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1. Be mindful of what you share online. Do not share your password to anyone.
(and)
Be mindful of what you share online and do not share your password to
anyone.
2. Make friends online. Add friends you know in real life. (but)
Make friends online but add friends you know in real life.
3. It is for reading, researching, socializing, or playing games. The internet has
given you most powerful tools. (whether)
The internet has given you most powerful tools whether it is for reading,
researching, socializing, or playing games.
4. You keep your profile private. Search engines will not be able to scan your
profile. (if)
Search engines will not be able to scan your profile if you keep your profile
private.
5. Anyone can access the internet. Avoid logging in to public networks or Wi-Fi.
(however)
Anyone can access the internet however avoid logging in to public networks or
Wi-Fi.
6. There are several ways to stay safe online. It is essential to know and apply
them. (so)
There are several ways to stay safe online, so it is essential to know and apply
them.
7. Information and Communication Technology has a major effect in our lives. It
is being connected with friends and family or being instantly updated about
the latest news. (whether)
Whether it is being connected with friends and family or being instantly
updated about the latest news, Information and Communication Technology
has a major effect in our lives.
8. My computer has an antivirus. It is not okay to open all email attachments like
bank transactions and other private legal documents. (although)
Although my computer has an antivirus, it is not okay to open all email
attachments like bank transactions and other private legal documents.
9. Most of us use the internet every day. Some do not pay attention on how much
information they share online. (however)
Most of us use the internet every day however some do not pay attention on
how much information they share online.
10. The internet is truly a place of useful information. The internet is also one of
the most dangerous places. (yet)
Post Assessment
10. B
9. C
8. C
7. C
6. B
5. B
4. B
3. C
2. B
1. D
References
Angeles, Evelyn B. Joy in Learning English 5 Textbook edited by Kristine Erika C.
Castillo and Evelyn B. Angeles Quezon City: Book Media Press, Inc., 2016.
SoftSchools. Compound Complex Sentences Examples. June 12, 2020.

www.SoftSchools.com/ publications
your Dictionary. Writing Compound-Complex Sentence. June 12, 2020.

www.grammaryourdictionary.com/ publications
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SOCCSKSARGEN with the primary objective of preparing for and addressing
the new normal. Contents of this module were based on DepEd’s Most
Essential Learning Competencies (MELC). This is a supplementary material
to be used by all learners of Region XII in all public schools beginning SY
2020-2021. The process of LR development was observed in the production of
this module. This is version 1.0. We highly encourage feedback, comments,
and recommendations.
For inquiries or feedback, please write or call:
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Welcome to the English - Grade 5 Self-Learning Module (SLM) on Compound and

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Welcome to the English - Grade 5 Self-Learning Module (SLM) on Compound and

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

What I Know This part includes an activity that aims to

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link

What’s New In this portion, the new lesson will be

What is It This section provides a brief discussion of the

What’s More This comprises activities for independent

What I Have Learned This includes questions or blank

What I Can Do This section provides an activity which will

Additional Activities In this portion, another activity will be given

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in developing

The following are some reminders in using this module:

This module is about:

After going through this module, you are expected to:

Example: Although I was sick, I successfully passed all the examinations.

1. I do some exercise in the house even though I am in isolation.

Great Job! You are now ready to discover more.

a. What is a compound word? How is it being formed? Give examples

Word formation occurs when compounding, blending, or clipping

Activity 1 - Anticipation Guide

When it comes to sentence constructions, compound and complex

However, simple sentence is made of one clause, which can stand

So, what happens when we want to compose longer sentences?

But how are we going to connect it together? When independent clauses

(independent clause) (independent clause)

(independent clause) (coordinating conjunction)

When you write a compound sentence, you need to use

You can make an independent clause into a dependent clause with

1. If we are to combat the pandemic.

1. Strict protocols will be imposed if the public fails to observe physical

2. Even if quarantine measures have been relaxed, health officials advised

3. Local businesses and establishments implement strict measures

(dependent clause) (independent clause)

(dependent clause) (independent clause)

In each sentence, which is the dependent clause? What is the

Is it important to understand which part of the sentence is independent

What do conjunctions do in a compound and complex sentence?

When do we use coordinating conjunctions? What are examples?

When do we use subordinating conjunctions? What are some

Did you enjoy learning about compound and complex sentences?

When you place the dependent clause at the beginning

Activity 2 – Quick Spot

Example: Though he was late, he still made a contribution.

Answer: Though he was late, he still made a contribution.

1. After the 14-day quarantine, he was issued a certificate of completion.

Directions: Compose a compound sentence by combining the two simple

1. Talking can be a way to cope with your problem.

2. Regular exercise not only boosts one’s self-esteem.

3. A change of place and pace is good for your mental health.

4. Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.

Activity 4 – Cut and Paste

Directions: Compose a complex sentence by combining dependent clause

1. Because taking care of oneself is important during pandemic.

2. While donating basic food supplies and money to local organizations

4. You can still reach out and share help to others.

There are two types of clauses in a sentence. (1) _______________________