Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is two sentences joined together by a comma and a conjunction.

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Does this sentence need a comma? I wanted to go to the store but I decided to stay home instead.

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Yes

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Does this sentence need a comma? Should I go to the mall or movies?

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No

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Fill in the blank: I am supposed to eat healthy food, _____ it is very difficult.

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but

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Which sentence is written correctly? It is almost Christmas and I am so excited. or It is almost Christmas, and I am so excited.

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It is almost Christmas, and I am so excited.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence.

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: I wanted to go to the store, but I decided to stay home.

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but

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What is the purpose of a compound sentence?

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The purpose of a compound sentence is to connect two related ideas or thoughts.

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True or False: A compound sentence can have more than two clauses.

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True