To make a compound sentence a writer uses a to connect two independent clauses

Coordinating conjunctions are used in compound sentences. Remember them as 'A.B.Fonsy'—and, but, for (meaning because), or, nor, so, yet. Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when you are writing a compound sentence. Each coordinating conjunction is used to indicate a specific type of relationship.

(i can't select because there is no options but, i will answer) using evidence effectively. most of the assignments you will do in university will ask you to make an argument, to take a stance, or to prove a hypothesis. the best way to do this is to research the topic, develop a thesis statement, hypothesis, or claim and then use evidence to support this claim.