Combining Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that combines two independent clauses using a conjunction such as 'and', 'but', or 'so'.

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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', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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How do you combine sentences using 'and'?

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You can combine sentences using 'and' to show that both ideas are true. For example: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'but'?

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You can combine sentences using 'but' to show contrast between two ideas. For example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'so'?

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You can combine sentences using 'so' to show a cause-and-effect relationship. For example: 'It was late, so I went to bed.'

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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 the purpose of combining sentences?

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Combining sentences helps to make writing clearer and more interesting by connecting related ideas.

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What is an example of a sentence combined with 'or'?

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An example is: 'Would you like tea, or would you prefer coffee?'

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What does 'yet' indicate when combining sentences?

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'Yet' indicates a contrast or unexpected result. For example: 'I was tired, yet I finished my homework.'

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What is the difference between 'for' and 'so'?

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'For' explains a reason, while 'so' indicates a result. Example: 'I went to bed early, for I was tired.' vs. 'I was tired, so I went to bed early.'