Conjunction 5th grade

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause.

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Give an example of a conjunction used to show cause and effect.

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Because is a conjunction that shows cause and effect, e.g., 'I was late because I missed the bus.'

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What are the two main types of conjunctions?

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The two main types of conjunctions are coordinating conjunctions 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, e.g., 'and', 'but', 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause, e.g., 'although', 'because', 'since'.

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How do you use 'and' in a sentence?

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'And' is used to connect similar ideas or items, e.g., 'I like apples and oranges.'

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How do you use 'but' in a sentence?

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'But' is used to show contrast between two ideas, e.g., 'I like apples, but I don't like oranges.'

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How do you use 'so' in a sentence?

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'So' is used to show a result or consequence, e.g., 'It was raining, so I took an umbrella.'

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How do you use 'because' in a sentence?

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'Because' is used to explain the reason for something, e.g., 'I stayed home because I was sick.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction.