Conjunctions (Coordinating / Subordinating)

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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: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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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, since, before, after.

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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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I will eat dinner after I finish my homework.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect similar ideas or items in a list.

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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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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will call you when I get home.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'when'.

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

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So - which are coordinating conjunctions.