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13.3.1 Word Classes: Compound Sentences
English · Grade 8 · 2 lessons in the design
What this covers
- A compound sentence: two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction
- Coordinators: and, but, or, so (for/nor optional mention)
- Consumer-protection sentences; joining with a completion table; peer display
What you will be able to do
- identify compound sentences from texts
- construct compound sentences using different coordinating conjunctions
- appreciate the usage of compound sentences in communication
Key questions
“Why do we join sentences?”
“How do we join sentences?”
Lessons
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Spot compound sentences: and, but, or, so
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizTell a compound sentence from a simple one or a because-clause. Name the coordinating conjunction.
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Build compound sentences on consumer protection
40 min · 1 practice tasks · quizJoin independent clauses with and, but, or, so. Display sentences for peer review.