Conjunction Practice

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What is a conjunction?

Back

A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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

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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 conjunction.

Front

What is the purpose of using a conjunction in a sentence?

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Conjunctions are used to connect ideas and make sentences more complex.

Front

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

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'And' adds information, while 'but' shows contrast between two ideas.

Front

Fill in the blank: I wanted to go to the park, ___ it started to rain.

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but

Front

Which conjunction would you use to present an alternative?

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You would use 'or' to present an alternative.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'while'.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is a group of words that cannot stand alone as a sentence.