Coordinating Conjunctions

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Words that join independent clauses, phrases, or words. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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To connect words, phrases, or independent clauses in a sentence.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples, and I like oranges.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea or coffee?

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What is the correct placement of a comma when using a coordinating conjunction?

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The comma goes before the coordinating conjunction.

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What does 'for' indicate when used as a coordinating conjunction?

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It indicates a reason or cause.

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What does 'yet' indicate when used as a coordinating conjunction?

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It indicates a contrast or unexpected result.

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What does 'so' indicate when used as a coordinating conjunction?

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It indicates a result or consequence.

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What is an independent clause?

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A group of words that can stand alone as a sentence, containing a subject and a verb.