Conjunctions

Front

What is a conjunction?

Back

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

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Front

Give an example of a conjunction that shows cause and effect.

Back

Because.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

What conjunction would you use to present an alternative?

Back

Or.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Which conjunction can be used to show contrast?

Back

But.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

What conjunction would you use to add information?

Back

And.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Fill in the blank: I want to go to the park, _______ it is raining.

Back

but

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Fill in the blank: You can have ice cream _______ cake for dessert.

Back

or

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Fill in the blank: She studied hard, _______ she passed the test.

Back

so

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

Fill in the blank: I like apples _______ oranges.

Back

and

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Front

What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

Back

To connect ideas and make sentences flow better.

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CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E