What is a compound sentence?
Compound Sentences

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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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Identify the coordinating conjunctions used in compound sentences.
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The common coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).
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What is an independent clause?
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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence. It has a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
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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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Provide an example of a compound sentence.
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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
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How do you punctuate a compound sentence?
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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction when joining two independent clauses.
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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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