Language Review

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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 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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List the 7 coordinating conjunctions.

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The 7 coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the acronym used to remember the coordinating conjunctions?

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The acronym is FANBOYS.

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Which of these is NOT a coordinating conjunction: for, yet, whether, nor?

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Whether is NOT a coordinating conjunction.

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Fill in the blank: My mom doesn't like chocolate ice cream, ___ does she like vanilla.

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nor

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Combine the sentences: Toby likes playing cards. Jacob enjoys participating in sports.

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Toby likes playing cards, but Jacob enjoys participating in sports.

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Fill in the blank: Some kids were afraid to dive into the pool, _____ I dove in right away.

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but

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a coordinating conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or clauses to show a relationship between them.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'and' as a coordinating conjunction.

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I want to go to the park, and I want to play soccer.

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What does 'but' indicate when used as a conjunction?

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'But' indicates a contrast or exception between two ideas.