Combining Sentences

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What is combining sentences?

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Combining sentences means joining two or more sentences together to make one longer sentence.

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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', 'so', and 'because'.

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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.

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What is the purpose of using a comma when combining sentences?

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A comma is used to separate independent clauses when they are joined by a conjunction.

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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 a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause cannot stand alone as a sentence. It usually starts with a subordinating conjunction like 'because' or 'although'.

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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. 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. Example: 'I like apples, but I don't like oranges.'

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How do you combine sentences using 'or'?

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You can combine sentences using 'or' to show a choice. Example: 'Do you want pizza, or do you want spaghetti?'.

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What is punctuation?

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Punctuation refers to the marks used in writing that help clarify meaning, such as periods, commas, and question marks.