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 conjunction.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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What punctuation comes before a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma.

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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

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What is the purpose of using a conjunction in a compound sentence?

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To connect two related ideas or independent clauses.

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Which of the following is a coordinating conjunction? 'and', 'because', 'although'

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'and' is a coordinating conjunction.

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Fill in the blank: I like apples, _______ I do not like oranges.

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but

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What is the difference between a simple sentence and a compound sentence?

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A simple sentence has one independent clause, while a compound sentence has two or more independent clauses.

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'She wanted to play outside, yet it was too cold.'

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yet

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What are the four main coordinating conjunctions?

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For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So (FANBOYS).