Conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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Examples of coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What does the conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or a connection between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two or more options.

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What does the conjunction 'so' indicate?

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The conjunction 'so' indicates a result or consequence of an action.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to create complex sentences and to show relationships between ideas.

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go to the park, but it was raining.'

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'but' is the conjunction that connects the two clauses.

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Fill in the blank with a conjunction: 'I like apples, _______ I don't like oranges.'

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'but' is the correct conjunction to show contrast.

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What type of conjunction is 'because'?

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'because' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a dependent clause.