Commas (Independent Clauses 2)

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. The most common coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so (FANBOYS).

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When should a comma be used before a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma should be used before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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Identify the correct sentence: "I wanted to go for a walk but it started to rain."

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Incorrect. The correct sentence is: "I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain."

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

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The purpose of a comma in a compound sentence is to separate the independent clauses when they are joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Is the following sentence correct? "She loves to read and she enjoys writing."

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Correct. No comma is needed because the second clause is not independent.

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Identify the error: "The dog barked loudly but the cat slept peacefully."

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Correct. The sentence is correct as it stands.

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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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Identify the correct use of a comma: "He was tired he went to bed early."

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Incorrect. The correct sentence is: "He was tired, so he went to bed early."

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What is the rule for using commas with 'and' in a list?

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Use commas to separate items in a list, including before the 'and' in a series of three or more items.

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Identify the error: "The teacher said we could go outside, and play games."

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Incorrect. The correct sentence is: "The teacher said we could go outside and play games."