Compound Sentences

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is two sentences joined together by a comma and a conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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When do you use a comma in a compound sentence?

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You use a comma before the conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Which sentence is correct? 'I like apples and I like oranges.' or 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'

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'I like apples, and I like oranges.' is correct because it uses a comma before the conjunction.

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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.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence.

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Fill in the blank: 'I wanted to play outside, ______ it was too cold.'

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The correct conjunction is 'but'.

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What punctuation is used before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the conjunction.

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Identify the error: 'I went to the store and I bought milk.'

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The sentence is correct, but it can be improved by adding a comma: 'I went to the store, and I bought milk.'