Coordinating Conjunctions Combining Sentences FANBOYS

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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 (FANBOYS).

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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 - the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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When should you use a comma with a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma should be placed before a coordinating conjunction when it joins two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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She likes to read books, and she enjoys writing stories.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea, or would you prefer coffee?

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'yet'.

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He is very tired, yet he continues to work hard.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'so'.

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It was raining, so we decided to stay indoors.

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What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions?

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To connect words, phrases, or clauses to create compound sentences.