Unit 8- Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. The most common ones are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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

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I wanted to go for a walk, and my friend wanted to join me.

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

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I love ice cream, but I am lactose intolerant.

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

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You can have pizza for dinner, 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 dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence. It does not express a complete thought.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is usually punctuated with a comma before the coordinating conjunction.

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What is the purpose of using compound sentences?

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Compound sentences are used to connect related ideas and add variety to writing.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.