Compound Sentences

What are the FANBOYS?

• For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So

• For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet

• For, And, But, Or, So

• For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So, Therefore

What is a dependent clause?

• A group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought.

• A complete sentence that expresses a full idea.

• A phrase that provides additional information but lacks a subject.

• A type of clause that can stand alone as a sentence.

How can you change a simple sentence into a compound sentence?

• By adding a subordinating conjunction and a dependent clause.

• By adding a coordinating conjunction and another independent clause.

• By removing the subject and using a fragment.

• By combining two simple sentences without any conjunction.

How do you identify a compound sentence?

• A compound sentence contains only one independent clause.

• A compound sentence can be identified by the presence of two or more independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

• A compound sentence is a sentence that expresses a complete thought without any conjunctions.

• A compound sentence is always longer than a simple sentence.

What is the effect of using compound sentences in writing?

• They simplify the writing process.

• They add variety and complexity to writing, making it more engaging.

• They make the writing less interesting.

• They are only used in formal writing.

What is an independent clause?

• A group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.

• A phrase that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

• A type of sentence that asks a question.

• A collection of words that lacks a subject.

How can you combine two sentences into a compound sentence?

• By using a subordinating conjunction and a comma.

• By using a coordinating conjunction and ensuring proper punctuation.

• By separating the sentences with a semicolon only.

• By rewriting one sentence as a question.

What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions in sentences?

• To connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance.

• To introduce dependent clauses in a sentence.

• To indicate a contrast between two ideas.

• To provide additional information about a subject.

What punctuation is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence?

• A semicolon is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

• A comma is used before the coordinating conjunction to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

• A period is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

• A colon is used to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

What is a verb?

• A word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

• A type of noun that represents a person, place, or thing.

• A word that modifies a noun or pronoun.

• A conjunction that connects words or phrases.