Correlating Conjunctions

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What are correlating conjunctions?

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Correlating conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'both...and'.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'either...or'.

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Either you can have cake or you can have ice cream.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or related.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'but'?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to connect contrasting ideas or statements.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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What is the difference between coordinating and correlative conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect elements of equal importance, while correlative conjunctions work in pairs to connect related elements.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'both...and'.

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Both the teacher and the students enjoyed the field trip.

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What is the role of the conjunction 'nor'?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to connect two negative ideas or statements.