Coordinating Conjunctions (FANBOYS)

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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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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for the seven coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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How do you use 'and' in a sentence?

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'And' is used to connect two similar ideas or items. For example: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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How do you use 'but' in a sentence?

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'But' is used to show contrast between two ideas. For example: 'I like apples, but I don't like oranges.'

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What is the function of 'or' in a sentence?

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'Or' is used to present alternatives or choices. For example: 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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When should you use 'so' in a sentence?

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'So' is used to indicate a result or consequence. For example: 'It was raining, so we stayed indoors.'

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

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'Yet' is used to introduce a contrast that is unexpected, while 'but' introduces a contrast that is more straightforward. For example: 'She is young, yet very wise.' vs. 'She is young, but she is wise.'

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What does 'nor' indicate in a sentence?

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'Nor' is used to present a negative alternative, often following a negative clause. For example: 'I do not like apples, nor do I like oranges.'

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Can you give an example of using 'for' in a sentence?

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'For' is used to explain reasons or purposes. For example: 'I went to the store, for I needed some milk.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.