Simple & Compound Sentences

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains one independent clause 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 is a sentence that contains at least two 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 the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas. Example: 'I like ice cream, but I don't like chocolate.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or a connection between two ideas. Example: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two or more options. Example: 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' indicate?

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The conjunction 'so' indicates a result or consequence. Example: 'It was raining, so we stayed indoors.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' indicate?

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The conjunction 'for' indicates a reason or explanation. Example: 'I went to bed early, for I was tired.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'nor' indicate?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to present an additional negative idea. Example: 'I do not like spinach, nor do I like broccoli.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'yet' indicate?

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The conjunction 'yet' indicates a contrast similar to 'but', often showing an unexpected result. Example: 'She is very young, yet she is very wise.'