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Which of the following is a properly punctuated compound sentence?

Gillian and Jackie are having a board game night even though Jackie doesn't like games.
Gillian enjoys board games and Jackie does not.
Gillian wanted to host a board game night, but Jackie does not enjoy board games.
Gillian want to host a board game night Jackie does not enjoy board games.

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User Maulik J
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Answer: Gillian wanted to host a board game night, but Jackie does not enjoy board games.

User Rellampec
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Answer: the answer should be C. Gillian wanted to host a board game night, but Jackie does not enjoy board games.

Explanation: When creating compound sentences, there are two punctuation rules to keep in mind: 1 Place a comma before the coordinating conjunction. 2 If you're not using a coordinating conjunction, place a semicolon between each clause. As always, you use a lowercase letter to start the second independent clause.

Another example "I really need to go to work, but I am too sick to drive."

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