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. They include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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What is the acronym used to remember coordinating conjunctions?

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FANBOYS.

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List the coordinating conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS.

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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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In the sentence 'Andy plays the violin well, but the trumpet is his favorite instrument.', what is the coordinating conjunction?

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but.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'Asia loves chocolate candy, but she doesn't like chocolate ice cream.'

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but.

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What is the role of coordinating conjunctions in a sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses to create compound sentences.

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How do coordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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They allow for the combination of similar elements, which can enhance the complexity and flow of sentences.

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What is an example of a sentence using the coordinating conjunction 'or'?

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You can have tea or coffee.

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What is the difference between coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts of a sentence, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.