COORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'and'?

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It is used to connect similar ideas or add information.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'but'?

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It is used to connect contrasting ideas.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'or'?

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It is used to present alternatives or choices.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'nor'?

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It is used to connect two negative ideas.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'for'?

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It is used to explain reasons or causes.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'so'?

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It is used to indicate a result or consequence.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'yet'?

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It is used to connect contrasting ideas, similar to 'but', but often implies an unexpected outcome.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.