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Compound sentence |
A compound sentence contains two independent clauses which are joined by a plus a coordinating conjunction or a semicolon |
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List seven coordinating conjunctions |
For (Because cause)And(Also;both)Nor(neither:negative ¨Or¨)But(however;unexpected result)OrYet(however;unexpected results)So(therefore,not ¨so that¨;effect |
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Explain how coordinating conjunctions |
Coordinating conjunctions are used to show the relationship between independent |
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Example of how to put a compound sentence together |
Clause 1: The kid snored during silent readingClause 2:He did not get enough sleep Compound sentence :The kid snored during silent reading ,for he did not get enough sleep, The kid snored during silent reading ,so he did not get enough sleep, |
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Why would a writer use a compound sentence |
A writer would use a compound sentence to show ideas are related |
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Combine the following independent clauses to create compound sentence |
Mr. Edward was the fastest runner Anthony beat him 1) Mr. Edward was the fastest runner ,but Anthony beat him Mr. Edward was the fastest runner ,yet Anthony beat him 2) Ms Doung is the strongest teacher at valley she lifts everyday Ms Duong is the strongest teacher at valley for she lifts everyday |
