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An overview of the COMPOUND sentence: 3 types of compound sentences.

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Writing Compound Sentences : 

Writing Compound Sentences Textbook Chapter 15

What is a compound sentence? : 

What is a compound sentence? Compound = 2 sentences linked to form 1 sentence A compound sentence contains 2 complete thoughts that are equal

Writing Compound Sentences: 

Writing Compound Sentences We can create a compound sentence by linking sentences in 3 ways : Using a coordinating conjunction Using a semicolon Using a transitional word/phrase

1. Coordinating Conjunctions: 

1 . Coordinating Conjunctions Compound Sentences

1. Coordinating Conjunctions: 

1. Coordinating Conjunctions and but for nor or so yet

Using Coordinating Conjunctions: 

Using Coordinating Conjunctions Coordinating conjunctions… join 2 ideas of equal importance describe the relationship between two ideas. show how and why ideas are related

Coordinating conjunctions: 

Coordinating conjunctions A COMPOUND SENTENCE with a coordinating conjunction looks like this: , and , but , or First sentence second sentence.

Coordinating conjunctions: 

Coordinating conjunctions Always put a comma before the coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence. , and , but , or

Coordinating conjunctions: 

Coordinating conjunctions Coordinating conjunctions show different relationships: And = addition . But or yet = contrast So or for = cause and effect Or = alternatives . Nor = eliminate alternatives

Coordinating conjunctions: 

Coordinating conjunctions I want to go shopping for some new clothes , but I have to pay my rent and car note first. Sentence #1: I want to go shopping for some new clothes Sentence #2: I have to pay my rent and car note first. , but

Coordinating conjunctions: 

Coordinating conjunctions She needs to take a nap , yet she can’t seem to fall asleep. Sentence #1: She needs to take a nap. Sentence #2: She can’t seem to fall asleep. , yet

Semicolons : 

Semicolons Using semicolons to create compound sentences

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons: 

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons Another way to create a compound sentence is by joining two simple sentences (independent clauses) with a semicolon .

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons: 

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons A semicolon can join only two complete sentences. A semicolon cannot join a sentence and a fragment. First sentence second sentence. ;

Semicolons: 

Semicolons Compound Sentences made with

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons: 

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons How to make a compound sentence with a semicolon: Write 2 simple sentences. A compound sentence can be made changing a period of the first sentence to a semicolon .

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons: 

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons Example: English 3 is a developmental course ; it is a prerequisite for English 111. Sentence #1: ENG 3 is a developmental course. Sentence #2: It is a prerequisite for ENG 111. ;

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons: 

COMPOUND SENTENCE: Semicolons Example: My son loves his video games ; he plays every day. Sentence #1: My son loves his video games. Sentence #2: He plays every day. ;

Transitional Words and Phrases: 

Transitional Words and Phrases Compound Sentences

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases A way to create a compound sentence by combining two simple sentences is with a transitional word or phrase .

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases When using a transitional word or phrase to combine sentences you always use a semicolon (before) and a comma (after) . ; transitional word or phrase ,

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases How to join 2 sentences using transitional words or phrases: First sentence second sentence. ; transitional word or phrase , I am tired however I must finish my homework before going to bed. ; ,

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases Transitions have different functions . They can show: addition cause effect contradiction example emphasis

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases To show addition , use also , besides , furthermore , in addition . I have to wash the dog ; furthermore , I have homework to do.

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases To show cause or effect , use: as a result , therefore , thus . Jane had a headache ; therefore , she left the party early.

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases To show contradiction or contrast , use: nevertheless , however , still , in contrast , on the other hand . Monique is my best friend ; however , sometimes I enjoy doing activities with other friends.

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases To show example , use: for example , to illustrate , for instance , to clarify , that is My cousin Marcus can fall sleep anywhere ; for instance , he recently fell asleep at a stoplight.

Transitional words and phrases: 

Transitional words and phrases To show emphasis , use: of course , actually , obviously , fortunately , in actuality , in fact Working as a flight attendant has many rewards ; of course , not everyone has the patience for the job.

Frequently Used Transitional Phrases: 

Frequently Used Transitional Phrases ; after all , ; as a result , ; at the same time , ; for example , ; in fact , ; of course ,

Common Transitional words: 

Common Transitional words Still However Eventually Meanwhile Moreover Therefore Also Besides Now Otherwise Thus Then

Transitional Words & Phrases: 

Transitional Words & Phrases A: Adding a transitional word or phrase makes the connection between sentences stronger because transitions show relationships between ideas. Q: Why not just use a semicolon?

Review: 

Review Compound Sentences

Compound Sentences: 

Compound Sentences 2 equal sentences joined to form 1 longer sentence

Slide 34: 

Formed in 3 ways… Compound Sentences

Compound Sentences: 

1. use a , coordinating conjunction to link sentences Sentence , and , but , or , nor , for , so , yet Compound Sentences Sentence.

Compound Sentences: 

Compound Sentences 2. Use a semicolon to link sentences ; Sentence sentence.

Compound Sentences: 

3. use transitional words & phrases to link sentences ; however , ; as a result , Sentence sentence. Compound Sentences

Compound = sentence + sentence: 

Compound = sentence + sentence End of presentation.