Commas in Compound Sentences

Commas in Compound Sentences

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English

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

A comma is used before the conjunction to separate the independent clauses.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma before 'and' in a compound sentence?

Back

Use a comma before 'and' when it connects two independent clauses.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

Back

The conjunction is 'but'.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it expresses a complete thought.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is the following sentence correct? 'I like pizza and I like pasta.'

Back

Yes, it is correct. It can also be written as 'I like pizza, and I like pasta.'

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of using a comma in a sentence?

Back

A comma helps clarify the meaning of a sentence and indicates a pause.

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