Commas & Compound Sentences (FANBOYS)

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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 (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So. These are the coordinating conjunctions that can connect independent clauses.

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When should you use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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You should use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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

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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 commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate elements in a sentence, clarify meaning, and indicate pauses.

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How do you correctly punctuate the sentence: 'I like ice cream and I like cake'?

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I like ice cream, and I like cake.

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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; it has a subject and a verb.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence with 'and'?

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You place a comma before 'and' if it connects two independent clauses, e.g., 'I went to the store, and I bought milk.'

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What is the correct way to write: 'She loves to read she has many books'?

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She loves to read, and she has many books.