Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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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 does the coordinating conjunction 'and' do?

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It connects two similar ideas or items.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate?

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It shows contrast between two ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' suggest?

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It presents an alternative or choice between two ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'nor' mean?

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It connects two negative ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' explain?

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It gives a reason or purpose.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' indicate?

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It shows a result or consequence.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'yet' express?

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It shows contrast, similar to 'but', but often with an unexpected twist.

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In the sentence 'I want to play, but it is raining', what is the function of 'but'?

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It connects two contrasting ideas.