Coordination and Subordination Two methods for combining sentences

Coordination (Compound Sentence) Two clauses that are equally important. They must be closely related to each other. Three of the same methods for fixing Comma splices and Run-ons. Ex. It was raining. We canceled the picnic. These are two independent clauses.

Add a comma and a coordinating conjunctions (FANBOYS) Example: It was raining, so we canceled the picnic.

Example: It was raining; we canceled the picnic. Use a Semicolon Example: It was raining; we canceled the picnic.

Use a semicolon, a conjunctive adverb, and a comma Remember: we know conjunctive adverbs as transitions (HOTSHOT CAT)

Example: It was raining ;therefore, we canceled the picnic. ;HOTSHOT CAT, Example: It was raining ;therefore, we canceled the picnic.

;HOTSHOT CAT, Hint: You must include all of the punctuation. Hint: Choose a transition that fits the sentence.

Subordination Complex Sentence One clause is less important to the main clause. The subordinating clause is a dependent clause and it is attached to the independent clause. Hint: Look for subordinating conjunctions

Subordination Example: Since it was raining, we canceled the picnic. Remember that a subordinating conjunction still joins ideas. (just like regular conjunctions) If the dependent clause begins the sentence then, you will need a comma.

Pay attention to where the subordinating conjunction is placed. Example: We canceled the picnic since it was raining. Notice, since the subordinating conjunction is joining ideas, a comma is not needed.

Subordination and Coordination Example: Although it was raining, we did not cancel the picnic; consequently, we had a carpet picnic in the family room.