Conjunctions and Interjections

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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 the three types of conjunctions?

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1. Coordinating Conjunctions (e.g., and, but, or) 2. Subordinating Conjunctions (e.g., because, although) 3. Correlative Conjunctions (e.g., either...or, neither...nor)

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise.

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Give an example of an interjection.

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Examples include: Wow!, Ouch!, Hooray!

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What is the function of coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal.

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What is the function of subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause.

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What is the function of correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions work in pairs to connect equal elements in a sentence.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I want to go to the park, but it is raining.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the interjection in this sentence: 'Wow! That was amazing!'

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The interjection is 'Wow!'.

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Complete the sentence with a conjunction: 'I like apples, _______ I do not like oranges.'

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The correct conjunction is 'but'.