Compound Sentences
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Objective
I can create compound sentences using coordinating conjunctions (and, but, or, so, for, nor, yet) to connect related ideas.
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What do the letters in the acronym FANBOYS stand for?
Explain the function of the coordinating conjunction "but" in a compound sentence. Provide an example sentence.
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Exit ticket
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“Combine the following sentences into one compound sentence using a coordinating conjunction: The cat sat on the mat. The dog sat next to her. Combine the following sentences into one compound sentence using a coordinating conjunction: I wanted to go swimming. The pool was closed. ”
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