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

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What are the coordinating conjunctions represented by FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is punctuated with a comma before the coordinating conjunction that connects the independent clauses.

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

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The comma is used to separate the independent clauses to clarify the relationship between them.

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When should you not use a comma in a compound sentence?

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You do not use a comma when the independent clauses are short and closely related, and when they are joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is an example of a correctly punctuated compound sentence?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is the effect of using a semicolon in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon can be used to connect closely related independent clauses without a conjunction, indicating a stronger connection.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but' in compound sentences?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' contrasts two ideas.

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What is an example of a compound sentence using 'so'?

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She was tired, so she went to bed early.

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What does the 'y' in FANBOYS stand for?

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The 'y' in FANBOYS stands for 'yet'.