Simple and Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The main coordinating conjunctions are For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So (FANBOYS).

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for the seven coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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How do you identify a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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The purpose of a coordinating conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses to show a relationship between them.

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Can a compound sentence be made up of simple sentences?

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Yes, a compound sentence can be formed by joining two or more simple sentences using coordinating conjunctions.

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What is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

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An example of a coordinating conjunction is 'and'. It connects two similar ideas, such as 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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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 and expresses a complete thought.