Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction?

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The function of a coordinating conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses to show a relationship between them.

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In the sentence 'She likes apples and oranges', what is the coordinating conjunction?

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects equal parts of a sentence, while a subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'or' as a coordinating conjunction.

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Example: 'Would you like tea or coffee?'

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What coordinating conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'You can have cake or ice cream.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'or'.

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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 coordinating conjunction.