FANBOYS Practice

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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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.

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Identify the FANBOYS in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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but

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What is the purpose of the coordinating conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect two similar ideas or items.

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Identify the FANBOYS in the sentence: 'She likes apples, and he likes oranges.'

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and

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two or more options.

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Identify the FANBOYS in the sentence: 'You can stay here, or you can go home.'

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or

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What is the meaning of the coordinating conjunction 'but'?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

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Identify the FANBOYS in the sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, yet it was too cold.'

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yet

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' express?

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The conjunction 'so' expresses a consequence or result.