Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What are the coordinating conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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When should a comma be used in a compound sentence?

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A comma should be used before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is the purpose of using commas in compound sentences?

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Commas are used to separate independent clauses and clarify the structure of the sentence.

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Where should the comma be placed in the sentence: 'He wanted to go to the party but he was too tired'?

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The comma should be placed before 'but': 'He wanted to go to the party, but he was too tired.'

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What is the effect of omitting the comma before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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Omitting the comma can lead to confusion and misinterpretation of the sentence structure.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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How can you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon.

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What is the role of the coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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The coordinating conjunction connects two independent clauses and indicates the relationship between them.