FANBOYS, Commas, Simple/Compound

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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 connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?

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A comma is placed before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses.

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

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The comma indicates a pause and separates the independent clauses for clarity.

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Provide an example of a simple sentence.

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Example: "The cat sleeps."

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Provide an example of a compound sentence.

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

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What conjunction would you use to express an alternative?

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You would use 'or' to express an alternative.

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What conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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You would use 'but' to show contrast.