Question

Convert the following compound sentence into a simple one:
You must drive fast, otherwise you cannot catch the train.

• A. You must drive fast, or else you cannot catch the train.
• B. You must drive fast, and you cannot catch the train.
• C. You must drive fast if you cannot catch the train.
• D. You must drive fast in order to catch the train.

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

You must drive fast in order to catch the train.

Compound sentence joins two or more independent clauses with a coordinator such as for, an, or, but or a semi-colon. The given sentence is an example of a compound sentence which can be converted into one simple sentence.

Options A and B are grammatically wrong. Option C represents the wrong meaning. Option D is correct as 'in order to' is rightly used to join two sentences.