Conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a part of speech that connects words, phrases, or clauses.

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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Fill in the blank: Ms. Rojas went to the store, ___ she needed to buy eggs.

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for

Front

Fill in the blank: I really wanted to go swimming, ___ it was raining.

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but

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: I went to tutoring, for I didn't understand the homework.

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for

Front

What is the function of a conjunction?

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The function of a conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or clauses.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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An example of a coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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What type of conjunction is 'but'?

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'But' is a coordinating conjunction.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Provide an example of a subordinating conjunction.

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An example of a subordinating conjunction is 'because'.