Coordinating Conjunctions

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. The most common coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so (FANBOYS).

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'but'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas or statements.

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How does the coordinating conjunction 'and' function in a sentence?

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The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to connect similar ideas or add information.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate in a sentence?

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The coordinating conjunction 'or' indicates a choice or alternative between two or more options.

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Explain the use of 'yet' as a coordinating conjunction.

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'Yet' is used to introduce a contrast or an unexpected outcome, similar to 'but'.

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What is the purpose of the coordinating conjunction 'so'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence of an action.

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Define the coordinating conjunction 'nor' and its usage.

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'Nor' is used to present an alternative negative idea, often following a negative statement.

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How can coordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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Coordinating conjunctions can join independent clauses to create compound sentences, enhancing sentence variety and complexity.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'for' as a coordinating conjunction.

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Example: I went to the store, for I needed to buy groceries.