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 or a semicolon.

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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 most common ones are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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When should you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction when joining two 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.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect two related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

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Can a compound sentence have more than two independent clauses?

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Yes, a compound sentence can have multiple independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What does it mean for independent clauses to be 'related'?

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Related independent clauses are those that share a common theme or idea, making the sentence coherent.

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What is the effect of using 'yet' in a compound sentence?

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'Yet' introduces a contrast or unexpected outcome in a compound sentence.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence with a semicolon?

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You place a semicolon between the two independent clauses, followed by a coordinating conjunction if needed.