Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that combines two or more simple sentences using coordinating conjunctions like 'and', 'but', or 'so'.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'yet'.

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How do you combine two simple sentences into a compound sentence?

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You can combine two simple sentences by using a coordinating conjunction and a comma. For example: 'I like ice cream, and I like cake.'

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

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence to separate the two independent clauses.

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

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I went to the park, and I played soccer.

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

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I wanted to go to the beach, but it started to rain.

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

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You can have pizza, or you can have pasta.

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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 simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and expresses a complete thought.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.