U5Wk13- Tuesday

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What are FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses to create complex sentences.

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How do you use 'than' in a comparative sentence?

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'Than' is used to compare two things, indicating a difference in degree or quantity.

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Where should a comma be placed in the sentence: 'My book was boring yet I had to finish it to complete my book report for school'?

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A comma should be placed after 'boring' to separate the two independent clauses.

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What is the difference between 'hear' and 'listen'?

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'Hear' is the physical ability to perceive sound, while 'listen' involves actively paying attention to sounds.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'so' as a conjunction.

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Hank got sick yesterday, so he won't be at school today.

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What is the function of a comma in a sentence?

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A comma indicates a pause between parts of a sentence, helps clarify meaning, and separates items in a list.

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What is the role of context in understanding a sentence?

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Context provides background information that helps clarify the meaning of words and phrases in a sentence.

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How can you identify a comparative sentence?

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A comparative sentence often includes words like 'than' or 'more' to compare two or more items.