FANBOYS/Compound Sentences

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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 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 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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Give an example of a compound sentence using 'and'.

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I like ice cream, and I love cake.

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Which conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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You would use 'but' to show contrast.

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What conjunction would fit in this sentence? 'I wanted to go outside, ____ it was raining.'

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The correct conjunction is 'but'.

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What is the purpose of using 'nor'?

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'Nor' is used to present an alternative negative idea.

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Fill in the blank: 'I don't like apples, ____ I like oranges.'

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The correct conjunction is 'but'.

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What conjunction would you use to indicate a reason?

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You would use 'for' to indicate a reason.

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What is the function of 'yet' in a sentence?

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'Yet' is used to show contrast or an unexpected outcome.