Conjunction

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses, sentences, or words in the same clause.

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What are the three types of conjunctions?

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The three types of conjunctions are coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and correlative conjunctions.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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An example of a coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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What is the function of subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause.

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Provide an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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An example of a subordinating conjunction is 'because'.

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What is the purpose of correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions work in pairs to connect equal elements in a sentence.

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List two examples of correlative conjunctions.

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Examples of correlative conjunctions include 'either...or' and 'neither...nor'.

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What is the role of conjunctions in complex sentences?

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Conjunctions in complex sentences help to show the relationship between the independent and dependent clauses.

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How do conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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Conjunctions can change the structure of a sentence by linking ideas and creating compound or complex sentences.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' contrasts two ideas.