Commas and 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 (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so).

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

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Commas are used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence, especially when they are joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in compound sentences.

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The coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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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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Is this sentence correct? 'I wanted to go to the park but it started to rain.'

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Incorrect. It should be: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.'

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What is the rule for using commas with introductory phrases?

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Use a comma after an introductory phrase or clause that precedes the main clause.

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Provide an example of a sentence with an introductory phrase.

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After dinner, we went for a walk.

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What is a common mistake when using commas in compound sentences?

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A common mistake is omitting the comma before the coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence with a transitional phrase?

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Use a semicolon before the transitional phrase and a comma after it. Example: 'I wanted to go; however, it started to rain.'

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What is the effect of using commas in a sentence?

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Commas help clarify meaning, indicate pauses, and separate elements in a sentence.