FANBOYS - Coordinating Conjunctions

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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

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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.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea or coffee?

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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You would use 'but' to show contrast.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to present an alternative?

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You would use 'or' to present an alternative.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction means 'for this reason'?

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The conjunction 'so' means 'for this reason'.

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Identify the FANBOYS conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to play, but I had homework.'

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The FANBOYS conjunction is 'but'.

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Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction: for, yet, whether, nor?

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'Whether' is NOT a coordinating conjunction.