Which is an example of a compound sentence?

A I went to the store.

B I went to the store, and I bought milk.

C Although I went to the store, I forgot the milk.

D Going to the store to buy milk.

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS).

💡 Why is B) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which is an example of a compound sentence?" is Option B: I went to the store, and I bought milk..

The other options — A) I went to the store., C) Although I went to the store, I forgot the milk., D) Going to the store to buy milk. — are incorrect for this English question. As explained above: A compound sentence joins two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS).

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Which is an example of a compound sentence?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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