Commas in Compound Sentences

Commas in Compound Sentences

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English

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a compound sentence?

Back

A compound sentence is a sentence that combines two independent clauses using a coordinating conjunction, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', or 'yet'.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a coordinating conjunction?

Back

A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When should you use a comma in a compound sentence?

Back

A comma should be used before the coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of a compound sentence using 'but'.

Back

I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using 'and' in a sentence?

Back

The word 'and' is used to connect two similar ideas or items in a sentence.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'so' indicate in a compound sentence?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the correct way to combine these sentences: 'I like ice cream.' 'I like cake.'

Back

I like ice cream, and I like cake.

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