Which of these answers is NOT a compound sentence? Jim wrote an article, and Keith edited it.
Caroline made her bed before she went to
school.
Zoe forgot her sunscreen, so she wore a hat.
Lilly, Jane, and Sue went to the mall, but they
didn't buy anything.

Caroline made her bed before she went to

school.

Explanation:

A compound sentence could simply be described as sentences which have aeast tow independent clauses. Independent clauses means simple sentences which makes sense or meaning on their own. These independent clauses are then linked together by a comma and coordinating conjunction such as and, but, etc.

From the options given,

Jim wrote an article, and Keith edited it. - compound sentence

Caroline made her bed before she went to

school. - Not a compound sentence

Zoe forgot her sunscreen, so she wore a hat. - compound sentence

Lilly, Jane, and Sue went to the mall, but they

didn't buy anything. - compound sentence

answer: it is true that students often work and do household chores, but managing homework in addition to other responsibilities students learn to organize their time efficiently and prioritize their studies.

the first argument attacks those who disagree, asking them to be "realistic" and "accept facts." this is not conducive to healthy debate and disagreement. the second one only takes into account a section of the student population, and ignores the other one. finally, the third option offers only anecdotal evidence. it is only the last option that provides a well-constructed argument in a persuasive way.