Subordinating & Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two equal parts of a sentence, such as two independent clauses or two words. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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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, showing a relationship between the two. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'if', 'when', 'unless', and 'before'.

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List the coordinating conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS.

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

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Identify the function of the word 'and' in a sentence.

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The word 'and' is a coordinating conjunction that connects two equal thoughts or phrases.

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Identify the function of the word 'but' in a sentence.

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The word 'but' is a coordinating conjunction that contrasts two ideas or thoughts.

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Identify the function of the word 'before' in a sentence.

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The word 'before' is a subordinating conjunction that indicates a time relationship between two clauses.

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Identify the function of the word 'unless' in a sentence.

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The word 'unless' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a condition that must be met.

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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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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 subordinating conjunction.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.