Subordinating and Coordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects two equal parts of a sentence, such as two independent clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing a relationship between them. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', 'unless', and 'while'.

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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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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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What is the purpose of a comma when using a subordinating conjunction at the beginning of a sentence?

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A comma is used after the dependent clause when it starts a sentence to separate it from the independent clause.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted pizza, and my brother wanted pasta.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She will go to the party if she finishes her homework.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts of a sentence, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship of dependence.

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List three examples of subordinating conjunctions.

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Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'since'.

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What conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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You would use a coordinating conjunction like 'but' or a subordinating conjunction like 'although'.