Compound Sentences Intro English 1

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that has at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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

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When do you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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You use a comma before the conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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Example of a compound sentence:

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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What does 'independent clause' mean?

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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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Does this sentence need a comma? 'I like apples and oranges.'

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No, this sentence does not need a comma.

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Does this sentence need a comma? 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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Yes, this sentence needs a comma before 'but'.

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Fill in the blank: 'Kelly broke her arm, _____ she has to wear a cast.'

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Choose the correct compound sentence: 'I went to the store, and I bought milk.'

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This is a compound sentence because it has two independent clauses.

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What is the purpose of using a comma in a compound sentence?

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The comma helps to clarify the separation between two independent clauses.