FANBOYS (compound sentences)

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

Front

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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Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I want to go to the park, but it is raining.

Front

What is the purpose of using 'or' in a sentence?

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'Or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two options.

Front

Complete the sentence: I can have cake, _____ I can have ice cream.

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or

Front

What does 'yet' indicate in a sentence?

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'Yet' shows contrast, indicating that something is true, but there is an unexpected outcome.

Front

Complete the sentence: I wanted to play outside, _____ it started to rain.

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but

Front

Which FANBOYS word would you use to show a reason?

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For

Front

Complete the sentence: I like to read, _____ I don't have much time.

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yet