Conjunction 5th grade

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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 are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together, such as 'both/and', 'either/or', 'neither/nor', and 'not only/but also'.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add information or connect similar ideas.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'but'?

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

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What is the function of the conjunction 'so'?

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

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What is the function of the conjunction 'because'?

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The conjunction 'because' is used to provide a reason or explanation.

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How do conjunctions help in forming compound sentences?

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Conjunctions help in forming compound sentences by connecting two independent clauses.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.

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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 sentence and depends on an independent clause.