Forming 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 (FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What are the FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions?

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The FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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How do you combine two independent clauses into a compound sentence?

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To combine two independent clauses into a compound sentence, use a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS) and a comma before the 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 the purpose of using a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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The purpose of using a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence is to connect two related independent clauses, showing the relationship between them.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence using 'and'.

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

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Provide an example of a compound sentence using 'but'.

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Example: She loves to read, but she doesn't have much time.

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What is the effect of using 'yet' in a compound sentence?

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Using 'yet' in a compound sentence indicates a contrast or unexpected outcome between the two clauses.

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How can 'so' be used in a compound sentence?

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'So' can be used in a compound sentence to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship between the two independent clauses.

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What is the difference between a compound sentence and a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses.