Conjunctions and Prepositions

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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 is a preposition?

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A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I want to go to the park, but it is raining.'

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The conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the preposition in the sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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The preposition is 'under'.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are conjunctions that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are conjunctions that connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'because', 'although', and 'since'.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a conjunction.

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Example: 'She likes tea and coffee.'

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Provide an example of a sentence using a preposition.

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Example: 'The book is on the table.'

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or related.

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What is the function of the preposition 'for'?

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The preposition 'for' is used to indicate the purpose or reason for something.