In the space below, have a go at writing your own examples of compound sentences
1. I went to the store, and I bought some groceries.
2. She loves to dance, but she hates to sing.
3. He studied hard for the exam, so he was able to pass with flying colors.
4. The dog barked loudly, so the neighbors complained.
5. We can either go to the movies or have dinner at a nice restaurant.
6. Sarah enjoys painting, and her sister enjoys playing the guitar.
7. The weather was sunny, yet it was quite chilly outside.
8. They went hiking in the mountains, and they saw breathtaking views.
9. He wanted to go out with his friends, but he had to finish his homework first.
10. The party was over, so we cleaned up and went home.
Sure! Here are a few examples of compound sentences:
1. Maria loves to dance, and she is also a talented singer.
2. The sun was shining brightly, but the wind was still chilly.
3. We decided to go for a walk, so we grabbed our jackets and set off.
4. Sarah completed her assignment, yet she still felt unsatisfied with her work.
5. The cat meows when it's hungry, and it purrs when it's content.
Remember that a compound sentence is made up of two independent clauses joined together with a coordinating conjunction (e.g., and, but, or, so, yet).