Coordinating Conjunctions

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

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List the FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions.

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The FANBOYS coordinating conjunctions are: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What does the conjunction 'and' do in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect two similar ideas or items. For example: 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas. For example: 'I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.'

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What does the conjunction 'or' suggest in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two ideas. For example: 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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How can you identify a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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You can identify a coordinating conjunction by looking for words that connect two independent clauses or similar elements. They often appear between the clauses.

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What is an example of using 'for' as a coordinating conjunction?

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An example of 'for' is: 'I went to bed early, for I was tired.' It explains the reason.

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What is an example of using 'nor' in a sentence?

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An example of 'nor' is: 'She does not like apples, nor does she like oranges.' It connects two negative ideas.

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What is an example of using 'yet' in a sentence?

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An example of 'yet' is: 'He is very young, yet he is very wise.' It shows a contrast.

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What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses to create compound sentences and improve the flow of writing.