Combining 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 conjunction such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How do you combine two sentences using 'and'?

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You can combine two sentences by placing 'and' between them. For example: 'I like apples. I like oranges.' becomes 'I like apples and I like oranges.'

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What is the purpose of using 'but' in a sentence?

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'But' is used to show contrast between two ideas. For example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.'

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What does 'nor' indicate when combining sentences?

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'Nor' is used to present an additional negative idea. For example: 'I cannot run in the hallways, nor can I talk in the hallways.'

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

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How can you combine sentences using 'so'?

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You can use 'so' to show a cause-and-effect relationship. For example: 'It was raining, so we stayed inside.'

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' shows a contrast between two ideas.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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An example of a compound sentence is: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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How do you use 'yet' in a sentence?

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'Yet' is used to indicate that something is unexpected or surprising. For example: 'She was tired, yet she finished her homework.'