Compound Sentence Flashcard

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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 (e.g., and, but, or).

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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', and 'or'.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence with a coordinating conjunction?

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When joining two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, place a comma before the conjunction.

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What is the purpose of a semicolon in a compound sentence?

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A semicolon is used to connect two closely related independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction.

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

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

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

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

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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, such as 'however', 'therefore', or 'meanwhile'.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence with a conjunctive adverb?

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When using a conjunctive adverb to connect two independent clauses, use a semicolon before the adverb and a comma after it.

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Provide an example of a compound sentence using a conjunctive adverb.

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