Combining Sentences Flashcard

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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 a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses or words of equal importance. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought. It can stand alone as a sentence.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence is a sentence that contains only one independent clause and no dependent clauses.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought. It cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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How do you combine sentences using a coordinating conjunction?

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To combine sentences using a coordinating conjunction, identify the independent clauses and connect them with a conjunction, ensuring proper punctuation.

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What is the purpose of combining sentences?

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The purpose of combining sentences is to create more complex and varied sentence structures, making writing more interesting and fluid.

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What is a semicolon used for in sentence combining?

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

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them, such as 'however', 'therefore', 'moreover', and 'consequently'.

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What is an example of combining sentences with a semicolon?

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Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk; it was raining outside.'