Question

what is a compound sentence? (1 point)
a sentence with two dependent clauses and no independent clauses
a sentence with one independent clause and one dependent clause
a sentence with no dependent clauses
a sentence with two independent clauses and no dependent clauses

Explanation:

A compound sentence is defined as a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses (complete thoughts that can stand alone as sentences) joined together, typically with a coordinating conjunction or semicolon. They do not require dependent clauses to qualify as compound sentences, and the correct option matches this definition.

1. The first option is incorrect because sentences cannot be made up of only dependent clauses (these are sentence fragments).
2. The second option describes a complex sentence, not a compound sentence.
3. The third option is too vague: simple sentences also have no dependent clauses, so this does not define a compound sentence.

Answer:

d. a sentence with two independent clauses and no dependent clauses