FANBOYS
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English
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6th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does FANBOYS stand for?
Back
FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a coordinating conjunction?
Back
A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In a compound sentence, where does the comma go in relation to the coordinating conjunction?
Back
The comma comes before the coordinating conjunction.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a compound sentence?
Back
A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an independent clause?
Back
An independent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb and expresses a complete thought.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to show contrast?
Back
You would use 'but' to show contrast.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Complete the sentence: I wanted to go to the park, ____ it started to rain.
Back
so
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