Combining Sentences with Coordinating Conjunctions

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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

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How do you use 'and' in a sentence?

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Use 'and' to connect two similar ideas or items. Example: I like apples and oranges.

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How do you use 'but' in a sentence?

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Use 'but' to show contrast between two ideas. Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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How do you use 'or' in a sentence?

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Use 'or' to present choices. Example: Would you like tea or coffee?

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How do you use 'so' in a sentence?

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Use 'so' to show a result or consequence. Example: It was raining, so we stayed indoors.

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How do you use 'yet' in a sentence?

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Use 'yet' to indicate something that hasn't happened up to now. Example: I am tired, yet I will finish my homework.

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How do you use 'for' in a sentence?

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Use 'for' to explain a reason. Example: I went to bed early, for I was very tired.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is made up of two or more independent clauses joined by coordinating conjunctions.

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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.