Combining Sentence U2.4

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that combines two independent clauses using a conjunction like 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What does it mean to combine sentences?

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Combining sentences means joining two or more sentences into one to make the writing clearer and more concise.

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What is a noun?

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A noun is a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea.

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What is a predicate in a sentence?

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The predicate is the part of a sentence that tells what the subject does or is.

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What is the purpose of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas are used to separate items in a list, to set off introductory elements, and to clarify meaning.

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How do you combine sentences with nouns in the predicate?

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You can combine sentences with nouns in the predicate by using 'and' to join the nouns.

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What is an example of a sentence with correct comma usage?

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An example is: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'

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What is the difference between a subject and a predicate?

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The subject is who or what the sentence is about, while the predicate tells something about the subject.

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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 because it has a subject and a verb.

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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'.