What is a compound sentence?
compound sentences

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4th Grade
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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (like 'and', 'but', or 'or').
2.
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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.
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What is a coordinating conjunction?
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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two independent clauses. Common examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'
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The conjunction is 'but'.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What type of sentence is this: 'I like apples, and I like oranges.'?
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This is a compound sentence.
6.
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Is the following sentence simple or compound? 'She loves to read.'
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This is a simple sentence.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Fill in the blank: 'I wanted to play outside, ___ it was too cold.'
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The correct word is 'but'.
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