Subordinating and Coordinating 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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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'when', 'if', and 'since'.

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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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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the park if it stops raining.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is the purpose of a subordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a subordinating conjunction is to introduce a dependent clause and show the relationship between the dependent clause and the independent clause.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a coordinating conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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Fill in the blank with a coordinating conjunction: 'I wanted to play outside, ______ it was too cold.'

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The correct coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Fill in the blank with a subordinating conjunction: '_________ it was raining, we stayed indoors.'

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The correct subordinating conjunction is 'Because'.

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What is an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction?

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An example is: 'Although it was late, I decided to finish my homework.'