Fanboys & Compound Sentences

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What does FANBOYS stand for in the context of coordinating conjunctions?

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

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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.

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Which coordinating conjunction is used to show contrast?

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The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast.

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What is the correct punctuation before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is placed before the coordinating conjunction.

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What does the 'F' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'F' in FANBOYS stands for 'For'.

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What does the 'A' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'A' in FANBOYS stands for 'And'.

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What does the 'N' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'N' in FANBOYS stands for 'Nor'.

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What does the 'Y' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'Y' in FANBOYS stands for 'Yet'.

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What does the 'S' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'S' in FANBOYS stands for 'So'.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence using 'or'.

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I can go to the park, or I can stay home.