Conjunctions

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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 are the three main types of conjunctions?

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1. Coordinating Conjunctions 2. Subordinating Conjunctions 3. Correlative Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a correlative conjunction?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect equal elements in a sentence. Examples include 'both...and', 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'not only...but also'.

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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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Provide an example of a sentence using a correlative conjunction.

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Both the teacher and the students enjoyed the field trip.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'for'?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reasons or purposes, similar to 'because'.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'so'?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She was tired, yet she finished her homework.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'yet'.

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Identify the correlative conjunction in this sentence: 'Neither the rain nor the snow stopped us from going out.'

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The correlative conjunctions are 'neither' and 'nor'.