Coordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects 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 conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas or statements.

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

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Example: I want to go to the park, and I want to play soccer.

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

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present alternatives or choices.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but' in terms of their use in sentences?

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'And' is used to add information, while 'but' is used to contrast information.

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Fill in the blank with a coordinating conjunction: 'I can have tea, ______ I can have coffee.'

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or

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in the following sentence: 'She wanted to go to the movies, but she had to study.'

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but

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What is the role of coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses to form a compound sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'nor' as a coordinating conjunction.

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Example: He does not like apples, nor does he like oranges.