Midterm Review Part 2

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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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What is the purpose of a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

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A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction when it connects two independent clauses to clarify the sentence structure.

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What does the word 'since' indicate in a sentence?

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The word 'since' indicates a point in time or a reason. In the context of the provided question, it refers to the time after the concert.

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What does the word 'sense' refer to?

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The word 'sense' refers to the faculties by which the body perceives outside stimuli, such as sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell.

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What is the function of the word 'so' in a sentence?

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

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What does 'but' signify in a sentence?

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The word 'but' is used to introduce a contrast or exception to what has been previously stated.

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

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'And' is used to add information, while 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and' correctly.

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I want to be a teacher, and I want to teach Math.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but' correctly.

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We have no official homework, but we still need to review our spelling words.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it contains a subject and a verb.