Compound Sentence 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.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. Common 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 can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb.

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that shows action or a state of being.

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Where should the comma go in a compound sentence?

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A comma should be placed before the coordinating conjunction that connects the independent clauses.

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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 the independent clauses, making the sentence easier to read.

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What does 'yet' indicate in a sentence?

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'Yet' indicates a contrast or an unexpected outcome, often used to show that something is true despite another fact.

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What does 'so' indicate in a sentence?

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'So' indicates a cause-and-effect relationship, showing that one action is a result of another.

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How many independent clauses are in a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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What is the function of a subject in a sentence?

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The subject is the part of the sentence that tells who or what the sentence is about.