Worksheet on Compound Sentences: Coordinating Conjunctions
English
Grade 6
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A comprehensive worksheet designed to enhance understanding of compound sentences and coordinating conjunctions for Grade 6 students.
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Worksheet on Compound Sentences: Coordinating Conjunctions
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Introduction to Compound Sentences
A compound sentence combines two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction. Common coordinating conjunctions include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'. These words help connect ideas and create more complex sentences. Understanding how to use coordinating conjunctions correctly enhances your writing skills and helps make your sentences clearer and more interesting.
1.
List all the coordinating conjunctions mentioned in the passage.
[2 marks]B
Identifying Compound Sentences
Read each sentence below and determine if it is a simple sentence or a compound sentence. Write your answer in the space provided.
1.
She wanted to go to the park, but it started raining.
[2 marks]2.
The dog barked loudly.
[2 marks]C
Completing Sentences with Conjunctions
Fill in the blank with an appropriate coordinating conjunction from the list: 'for', 'and', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so'.
1.
I wanted to buy apples ____ I didn't have enough money.
[2 marks]2.
She studies hard, ____ she wants to get good grades.
[2 marks]D
Writing Your Own Compound Sentences
Write five compound sentences using different coordinating conjunctions. Each sentence should combine two complete ideas.
1.
Create five compound sentences using the conjunctions: 'and', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so'.
[10 marks]E
Analyzing Sentence Structure
Identify the coordinating conjunction in each sentence and explain how it connects the ideas.
1.
He wanted to stay home, for he was feeling sick.
[2 marks]2.
She missed the bus, so she was late for school.
[2 marks]F
Editing Practice
Identify and correct the errors in the use of coordinating conjunctions in the following sentences.
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Rewrite the sentences with correct coordinating conjunctions or punctuation.
[6 marks]G
Reflection and Self-Assessment
Reflect on what you have learned about compound sentences and write a short paragraph explaining why using coordinating conjunctions is important.
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Why is it important to use coordinating conjunctions when writing sentences? Write a short paragraph explaining your answer.
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