Correlative Conjunctions

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

Front

Give an example of correlative conjunctions in a sentence.

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"Either you can have ice cream, or you can have cake."

Front

What does 'not only . . . but also' indicate?

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It indicates that two ideas are equally important or true.

Front

Provide an example using 'not only . . . but also'.

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"Not only did she win the race, but she also broke the record."

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What does 'either . . . or' express?

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It expresses a choice between two options.

Front

Provide an example using 'either . . . or'.

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"You can either go to the park or stay home."

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What does 'both . . . and' mean?

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It means that two things are included or true.

Front

Provide an example using 'both . . . and'.

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"I like both chocolate and vanilla ice cream."

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What does 'neither . . . nor' indicate?

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It indicates that none of the options are true or applicable.

Front

Provide an example using 'neither . . . nor'.

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"Neither the cat nor the dog is allowed on the couch."