Conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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Examples of coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What does the conjunction 'and' do in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add one idea to another.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'or' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice.

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What does the conjunction 'so' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship.

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What is the purpose of the conjunction 'because'?

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The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a reason.

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How can conjunctions improve sentence structure?

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Conjunctions help to combine ideas and create more complex sentences, making writing clearer and more interesting.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'unless'.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.