FANBOYS

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What does FANBOYS stand for in English grammar?

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

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When should a comma be used before a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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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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Provide an example of a sentence that correctly uses a comma before a coordinating conjunction.

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

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What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions in a sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.

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In the sentence 'My dog wasn't feeling well so I took him to the vet,' is a comma needed before 'so'? Why or why not?

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Yes, a comma is needed before 'so' because it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects equal parts of a sentence, while a subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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In the sentence 'Brianna has a dog and it is very cute,' is a comma needed before 'and'?

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Yes, a comma is needed before 'and' because it connects two independent clauses.

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What is the rule for using commas with the conjunction 'but'?

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A comma should be placed before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.

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Can you give an example of a sentence that uses 'nor' correctly with a comma?

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Neither the cat nor the dog, nor the rabbit, wanted to go outside.