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 or a semicolon.

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What are independent clauses?

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Independent clauses are groups of words that can stand alone as complete sentences because they express a complete thought.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb is a word that connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them. Examples include 'however', 'therefore', 'moreover', and 'likewise'.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is punctuated with a comma before the coordinating conjunction or a semicolon between the independent clauses.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctive adverbs in sentences?

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Conjunctive adverbs help to clarify the relationship between ideas in different clauses, indicating contrast, addition, or cause and effect.

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Give an example of a compound sentence using 'and'.

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I wanted to go for a walk, and my friend wanted to join me.

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Give an example of a compound sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.

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What does 'therefore' indicate in a sentence?

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'Therefore' indicates a conclusion or result based on the information presented in the previous clause.

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What does 'however' indicate in a sentence?

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'However' indicates a contrast or exception to the information presented in the previous clause.