Coordinating, correlative, subordinating 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. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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List the FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions.

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FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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The function of a coordinating conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses to create compound sentences.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', 'unless', and 'while'.

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What is the difference between coordinating 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.

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Identify a subordinating conjunction in the following sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a hike.'

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Although.

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What is the role of the word 'and' in a sentence?

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The word 'and' is a coordinating conjunction that connects words, phrases, or clauses, indicating addition.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a coordinating conjunction?

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When connecting two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, place a comma before the conjunction.

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What is an example of a sentence that uses a subordinating conjunction?

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She stayed home because she was feeling sick.