Coordinating & Subordinating Conjunctions Flashcard

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', and 'after'.

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What is a simple sentence?

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A simple sentence contains one independent clause and no dependent clauses. Example: 'The dog barks.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it was raining.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk.'

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I want pizza, but I also want pasta.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is the purpose of conjunctions in a sentence?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.

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Choose the best conjunction: 'I like apples ___ I don't like bananas.'

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The best conjunction is 'but'.

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What type of sentence is this: 'She sings beautifully.'

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This is a simple sentence.