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 the coordinating conjunctions represented by FANBOYS?

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FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What does the 'F' in FANBOYS stand for?

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For

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What does the 'A' in FANBOYS stand for?

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And

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What does the 'N' in FANBOYS stand for?

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Nor

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What does the 'Y' in FANBOYS stand for?

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Yet

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What does the 'S' in FANBOYS stand for?

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So

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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A comma is placed before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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Choose the correct conjunction: The sun is shining, _______ we will go to the park.

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and