COMPOUND SENTENCE

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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 are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. The main coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas or clauses.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add one idea to another.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' indicate?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'yet' indicate?

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The conjunction 'yet' is used to show contrast, similar to 'but', but often implies an unexpected outcome.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' indicate?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reason or purpose.

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How do you combine two independent clauses using 'and'?

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You can combine two independent clauses by placing a comma before 'and'. Example: 'I like to read, and I enjoy writing.'

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How do you combine two independent clauses using 'but'?

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You can combine two independent clauses by placing a comma before 'but'. Example: 'I like ice cream, but I prefer cake.'