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 (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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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.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. The main coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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When do you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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You use a comma before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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Does the sentence 'I wanted to go to the store but I decided to stay home instead' need a comma?

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Yes, it needs a comma before 'but'.

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Does the sentence 'Should I go to the mall or movies?' need a comma?

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No, it does not need a comma.

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

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The comma helps to clarify the separation between two independent clauses, making the sentence easier to read.

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

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A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses, while a complex sentence has one independent clause and at least one dependent clause.

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Can a compound sentence have more than two independent clauses?

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Yes, a compound sentence can have three or more independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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What is an example of a compound sentence?

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