Coordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure. 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 connects an independent clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between them. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', 'unless', and 'while'.

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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

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Identify the independent clause in the sentence: 'Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.'

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The independent clause is 'we decided to go for a walk.'

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What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create complex and compound sentences.

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True or False: Coordinating conjunctions can only connect two independent clauses.

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False. Coordinating conjunctions can connect words, phrases, or independent clauses.

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What does the 'A' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'A' in FANBOYS stands for 'And'.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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'I will go to the park if it stops raining.' (The subordinating conjunction is 'if').

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What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause?

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An independent clause can stand alone as a complete sentence, while a dependent clause cannot stand alone and needs an independent clause.

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What does the 'B' in FANBOYS represent?

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The 'B' in FANBOYS stands for 'But'.