English Sentences

No, a compound sentence can be short if it has two independent clauses.

Example: I came, and I saw.

Yes, a compound sentence can have three or more independent clauses, joined by coordinating conjunctions or a semicolon.

Example: He came, she saw, and they conquered.

Punctuation is crucial in compound sentences:

1. Use a comma before the coordinating conjunction if both clauses are independent.

Example: I was late, but I still made it to class.

2. Use a semicolon when you don't use a conjunction.

Example: She loves books; he prefers movies.

3. Use a semicolon + conjunctive adverb + comma when using adverbs like however, therefore, moreover, nevertheless.

Example: He was tired; however, he continued working.

Avoid comma splices, which occur when two independent clauses are joined with only a comma.

Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases or clauses of equal importance. The most common coordinating conjunctions are remembered by the acronym FANBOYS:

F: For (cause)

A: And (addition)

N: Nor (negative addition)

B: But (contrast)

O: Or (choice)

Y: Yet (contrast, similar to 'but')

S: So (result)

Example: I wanted to study, but I was too tired.

A sentence in English follows a subject-verb-object structure, in most cases. Sentences also contain elements like complements, adjuncts, and phrases, which further modify or expand its structure. Example:

Subject: The noun or pronoun that performs the action

Verb: The action word

Object: The noun or pronoun that receives the action

Example: The baby [subject] kicks [verb] the ball [object].

A Sentence in English language is a group of words that lead to some meaning. A sentence is complete in itself and expresses a general idea, pose a question, provide a suggestion, make an order or request, among others. Example: The dog sat on the mat. (Noun=dog, verb=sat, object=mat)

Students are advised to follow these tips and tricks to master the subject of interrogative sentences in English grammar:

·       Begin the sentence with an auxiliary verb, a modal verb, or a 'Wh' question word

·       Conclude the sentence with a question mark, which helps identify it as an interrogative sentence

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