Conjunctions and Transitions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a transition?

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A transition is a word or phrase that helps to connect ideas in writing, showing relationships between them.

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Give an example of a conjunction used to show contrast.

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The word 'but' is a conjunction used to show contrast, as in 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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What is the purpose of the word 'so'?

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The word 'so' is used as a conjunction to indicate a result or consequence.

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What does 'therefore' indicate in a sentence?

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'Therefore' indicates a conclusion or result based on the information presented before it.

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What is the correct way to use 'however' in a sentence?

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'However' is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously.

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What is the function of the word 'and'?

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The word 'and' is a conjunction used to connect similar ideas or add information.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with 'because'?

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When using 'because' to connect two clauses, a comma is placed before the second clause, as in 'Because it was raining, we stayed inside.'

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What is an example of a transition that shows addition?

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An example of a transition that shows addition is 'furthermore'.

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What is the difference between 'but' and 'so'?

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'But' shows contrast, while 'so' indicates a result.