Coordinating & Subordinating Conjunctions Flashcard

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'after'.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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I will go to the store after I finish my homework.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses. Example: 'The cat sleeps.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted pizza, and my brother wanted pasta.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went 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: 'I will stay home because it is cold.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'because'.

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What type of sentence is this: 'The dog barked.'

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It is a simple sentence.