Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains two or more independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What are independent clauses?

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Independent clauses are groups of words that can stand alone as complete sentences.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or a continuation of ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two ideas.

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Create a compound sentence using 'but':

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Freya can run two miles, but she doesn't run fast.

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Fill in the blank: I want some cereal, ________ the box is empty.

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but

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Fill in the blank: Timmy loves to play basketball, _______ Timmy doesn't have a basketball.

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but

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Fill in the blank: I love running outside, ____________ I go running inside in a gym when it's rainy.

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but