COMPOUND SENTENCE

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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.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The common coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas or clauses.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or a continuation of ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two or more options.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'so' indicates a result or consequence of the previous clause.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'for' indicates a reason or explanation.

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Where does the comma go in a compound sentence?

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In a compound sentence, the comma comes before the coordinating conjunction.

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Can a compound sentence have more than two independent clauses?

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Yes, a compound sentence can have multiple independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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Give an example of a compound sentence using 'and'.

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I wanted to go for a walk, and my friend wanted to join me.