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Mastering Grammar

Compound Sentences

A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses, joined together by a
comma and a coordinating conjunctions

For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So

F A N B O Y S

For eg. Greg was hesitant to enter the abandoned building. He knew it might be
dangerous.

Greg was hesitant to enter the abandoned building, as he knew it might be
dangerous.

1. Combine the following sentences to create compound sentences: (Use
FANBOYS)

(a) Greg heard a noise. He turned towards the door.
(b) Lemon Brown confronted the intruders. He defended his treasure.

(c) The rain had stopped. Greg decided to leave.
(d) Lemon Brown shared his treasure’s story. Greg listened intently.

(e) The men were looking for Lemon Brown’s treasure. They were determined to
find it.

(f) Lemon Brown had a harmonica. It was battered and dented.
(g) Greg wanted to play basketball with the Scorpions. His father didn’t approve.

(h) Lemon Brown showed his treasure to Greg. The clippings were from his past.
(i) The intruders wanted to find Lemon Brown’s treasure. They threatened him
with a pipe.

(j) Greg listened to Lemon Brown’s story. He gained a new perspective.

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