Correlative conjunction

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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Give examples of correlative conjunctions.

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Examples include: either...or, neither...nor, both...and, not only...but also.

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What is the function of 'either...or'?

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It is used to present two alternatives or choices.

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What is the function of 'neither...nor'?

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It is used to negate two alternatives or choices.

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What is the function of 'both...and'?

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It is used to emphasize that two things are true or exist together.

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What is the function of 'not only...but also'?

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It is used to add emphasis to two related ideas, indicating that the second idea is equally important.

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Complete the sentence: 'Paula is sad because she found ... the shoes she had lost ... her favorite jacket.'

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neither ... nor.

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Complete the sentence: 'She is neither polite _______ funny.'

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nor.

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Complete the sentence: '... you clean your room ... you will stay home this weekend.'

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either ... or.

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Complete the sentence: 'Neither Venus nor Mars ... any moons.'

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has.