Compound Sentences and FANBOYS Practice

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is formed by combining two simple sentences with a comma and a coordinating conjunction (FANBOYS).

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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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In a compound sentence, where does the comma go in relation to the coordinating conjunction?

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The comma comes before the coordinating conjunction.

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What does the 'o' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'o' in FANBOYS stands for 'or'.

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What does the 's' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 's' in FANBOYS stands for 'so'.

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Which of the following is a correct compound sentence?

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The cat saw the rabbit, and he pounced on it.

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What is the purpose of using a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A coordinating conjunction connects two independent clauses, allowing for a smoother flow of ideas.

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Can a compound sentence have more than two independent clauses?

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Yes, a compound sentence can have multiple independent clauses connected by coordinating conjunctions.

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What punctuation is used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction.

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

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.