Conjunctions: Read, Combine, Revise

Mr. Griot introduces the concept of compound sentences, explaining how to join two simple sentences using conjunctions. He highlights the FANBOYS acronym to remember coordinating conjunctions. Through examples, he demonstrates how to create compound sentences and correct run-on sentences using commas and conjunctions.

What is a compound sentence?

• A sentence with a single subject

• A sentence with a complex structure

• Two simple sentences joined together

• A sentence with multiple verbs

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

• Or

• Because

• But

• And

What does the acronym 'FANBOYS' help you remember?

• Coordinating conjunctions

• Punctuation marks

• Types of sentences

• Grammar rules

How do you join two simple sentences to form a compound sentence?

• Using a semicolon

• Using a comma and a conjunction

• Using a colon

• Using a period

In the sentence 'Bob hit a Grand Slam home run, but his team still lost the game,' what role does 'but' play?

• It is a noun

• It is a verb

• It is a conjunction

• It is an adjective

What is a run-on sentence?

• A sentence with too many commas

• Two sentences that are incorrectly joined

• A sentence with a single subject

• A sentence with multiple verbs

How can conjunctions help in correcting run-on sentences?

• By adding more subjects

• By joining sentences with a comma and conjunction

• By removing verbs

• By changing sentence tense