Coordinating Conjunctions

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. The most common coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for the seven coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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When do you use 'and' as a conjunction?

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Use 'and' to connect two similar ideas or items. Example: I like apples and oranges.

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When do you use 'but' as a conjunction?

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Use 'but' to show contrast between two ideas. Example: I like apples, but I don't like oranges.

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When do you use 'or' as a conjunction?

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Use 'or' to present an alternative or choice. Example: Would you like tea or coffee?

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When do you use 'so' as a conjunction?

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Use 'so' to indicate a result or consequence. Example: It was raining, so we stayed indoors.

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When do you use 'nor' as a conjunction?

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Use 'nor' to connect two negative ideas. Example: I do not like apples, nor do I like oranges.

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When do you use 'yet' as a conjunction?

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Use 'yet' to introduce a contrast that is surprising. Example: She is very young, yet she is very wise.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'and'?

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I went to the park, and I played soccer.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'or'?

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You can have cake or ice cream for dessert.