FANBOYS Functions
What is "for"?
"Because" or the reasoning behind something.
Where do you place a comma in a compound sentence?
In a compound sentence, place this punctuation before FANBOYS.
What is a compound sentence?
Combining two or more complete thoughts using conjunctions or punctuation.
"I like pancakes ___ I like waffles."
"I like pancakes and I like waffles."
"On pins and needles."
Nervous about something upcoming.
What is "and"?
Adds information or combines ideas.
What is a comma?
This punctuation precedes FANBOYS to link clauses in compound sentences.
What are FANBOYS?
Words that connect independent clauses.
"He said apologized, ___ he repeated his actions."
"He said apologized, but he repeated his actions."
"Butterflies in my stomach."
Feeling anxious.
What is "or"?
Choices or alternatives.
What is the use of a colon in a compound sentence?
A colon can join two independent clauses when the second clause explains, expands, or illustrates the first clause.
Example: "There was only one option left: surrender."
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
"Should I watch a movie, __ I will read a book."
"Should I watch a movie, or I will read a book."
"Blew a fuse"
Sudden anger
What is "nor"?
Connecting two negatives.
What is a semicolon?
Punctuation used to separate clauses without FANBOYS (example: John saw a movie; his friend read a book.)
Can a compound sentence be formed without any conjunction? Why?
Yes, a compound sentence can be formed without using a conjunction by using a semicolon to join two independent clauses.
"He has never gone fishing, ___ does he have desire to learn."
"He has never gone fishing, nor does he have desire to learn."
"Bent out of shape"
Becoming upset
What are "but" or "yet"?
Contrast ideas or show a difference.
What is a dash?
Strong punctuation that can replace FANBOYS or semicolon in linking clauses.
What is a coordinating conjunction?
a short word used in a sentence to connect two or more words, phrases, or clauses that are equal in grammatical order.
Example sentence: "I like pancakes, but I prefer waffles." The word "but" is this.
"I studied hard for the exam, ___ I did not get a good grade."
"I studied hard for the exam, yet I did not get a good grade."
"Heart in your mouth"
Feeling tense or anxious