Can u give some ideas about the new normal

Is the sentence the refree blew her whistle and both teams rushed onto the field a coumpound or simple sentence

Which three events took place when lincoln lived at knob creek farm?

Which of the following is best written: 1. my favorite day of the year is july 24 my birthday 2. my favorite day, of the year, is july 24 my birthday 3. my favorite day of the year is july 24-my birthday 4. my favorite day of the year is (july 24) my birthday