FANBOYS

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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In a compound sentence, where does the comma go in relation to the coordinating conjunction?

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The comma comes before the coordinating conjunction.

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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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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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You would use 'but' to show contrast.

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Complete the sentence: I wanted to go to the park, ____ it started to rain.

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so

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What is the purpose of using a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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The comma is used to separate two independent clauses in a compound sentence.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to add information?

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You would use 'and' to add information.

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Complete the sentence: She was tired, ____ she finished her homework.

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yet