Coordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' do?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect similar ideas or items. For example: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas. For example: 'I like ice cream, but I don't like chocolate.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' express?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present choices or alternatives. For example: 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'nor' indicate?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to connect two negative ideas. For example: 'I do not like cats, nor do I like dogs.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' show?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence. For example: 'It was raining, so we stayed inside.'

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' explain?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reasons. For example: 'I went to bed early, for I was tired.'

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Fill in the blank: I wanted to go to the park, ___ it started to rain.

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but

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Fill in the blank: She likes to read books, ___ she also enjoys watching movies.

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and

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Fill in the blank: He doesn't like broccoli, ___ does he like spinach.

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nor