2. Sentences A sentence is a group of words that expresses complete thought. Every sentence minimally includes: Subject Verb Complete thought
3. Compound Sentences A compound sentence includes: Two independent clauses An independent clause is the same as a simple sentence. John is enrolled. John is enrolled, but Susan studied hard. Susan studied hard.
4. Coordinating Conjunctions Used as a way to form a compound sentence by joining two independent clauses Easy to remember by FANBOYS To join two independent clauses, use a comma before the coordinating conjunction John is enrolled, but Susan studied hard.
5. Semicolons Another way to create a compound sentence. Simply place the semicolon between the two independent clauses Make sure the clauses are related; otherwise, the sentence will not make sense Do not capitalize after the semicolon John is enrolled; classes start Tuesday.
6. Transitional Words and Phrases Another way to create a compound sentence Simply place a semicolon before the transitional word or phrase and a comma after it John is enrolled; after all, classes start Tuesday.
Editor's Notes
Focus on Writing: Chapter 15Writing Compound Sentences
SentencesA sentence is a group of words that expresses complete thought.Every sentence minimally includes:SubjectVerbComplete thought
Compound SentencesA compound sentence includes:Two independent clausesAn independent clause is the same as a simple sentence.
Coordinating ConjunctionsUsed as a way to form a compound sentence by joining two independent clausesEasy to remember by FANBOYSForAndNorButOrYetSoTo join two independent clauses, use a comma before the coordinating conjunction
SemicolonsAnother way to create a compound sentence.Simply place the semicolon between the two independent clausesMake sure the clauses are related; otherwise, the sentence will not make senseDo not capitalize after the semicolon
Transitional Words and PhrasesAnother way to create a compound sentenceSimply place a semicolon before the transitional word or phrase and a comma after it
