FANBOYS CFA

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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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 in structure.

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When should you use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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You should use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but' as a coordinating conjunction.

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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What is the correct way to write: 'I like apples and oranges' with a coordinating conjunction?

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I like apples, and I like oranges.

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Is this sentence correct? 'I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.'

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Yes, the sentence is correct because it uses a comma before the coordinating conjunction 'but'.

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

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A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence or to separate items in a list.

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When is it incorrect to use a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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It is incorrect to use a comma before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two items in a list or when it connects two verbs.

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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 expresses a complete thought.

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Provide an example of a sentence that incorrectly uses a comma with a coordinating conjunction.

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The dog, and the cat are friends.