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.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What are the coordinating conjunctions known as FANBOYS?

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

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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 or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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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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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

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Can a compound sentence contain a simple sentence?

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Yes, a compound sentence can contain simple sentences as its independent clauses.

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What punctuation is typically used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is typically used before a 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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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: The cat slept on the mat.