Coordinating and Subordinating 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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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'when'.

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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction?

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The function of a coordinating conjunction is to join two or more elements of equal importance in a sentence.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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The function of a subordinating conjunction is to introduce a dependent clause and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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Give 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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Give an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She likes apples and oranges.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'If it rains, we will stay inside.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'If'.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and usually begins with a subordinating conjunction.