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 that are similar or equal. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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When do you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence if both independent clauses are long or if they contain internal punctuation.

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Example of a compound sentence with a comma.

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

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Example of a compound sentence without a comma.

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I like to read and I like to write.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a coordinating conjunction is to connect two independent clauses or to connect words or phrases of the same type.

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

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A simple sentence contains only one independent clause, while a compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses.

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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 with three independent clauses?

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I wanted to go to the park, but it was too cold, and I had homework to do.

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What coordinating conjunction would you use to show a choice?

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You would use 'or' to show a choice between two options.