Conjunctions 6

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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', 'so', and 'yet'.

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses, helping to create compound sentences.

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Which conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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

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What is the correct way to use a comma with coordinating conjunctions?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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

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Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction: 'and', 'but', 'because', 'or'?

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'Because' is NOT a coordinating conjunction.

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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.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.

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Example: 'She likes to read, and he likes to write.'