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9 July, 00:41

Which sentence best describes a compound sentence?

A.

A compound sentence is two independent clauses joined by a c

oordinating

junction.

B.

A compound sentence is an independent clause and a dependent joined by a

semicolon.

C.

A compound sentence is two independent clauses joined by a colon.

D.

A compound sentence is an independent clause and a dependent clause

joined by

a subordinating conjunction.

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  1. 9 July, 01:36
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    C: A compound sentence is two independent clauses joined by a colon.

    Explanation:

    Note: There may still be many compound sentences which are without colons. and there may be compound sentences with more than two independent clauses as well.

    Compound Sentences:

    A compound sentence has at least two independent clauses.

    Examples:

    1: Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former. (Albert Einstein, 1879-1955)

    2: Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain - and most fools do. (Dale Carnegie)
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