Prepositions, Interjections, and Conjunctions

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What is a preposition?

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A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. Examples include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'below', and 'above'.

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Give an example of a preposition in a sentence.

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In the sentence 'The cat is under the table', 'under' is the preposition.

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise. Examples include 'Wow!', 'Hey!', and 'Oh no!'.

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Identify an interjection in this sentence: 'Wow, that was amazing!'

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'Wow' is the interjection expressing excitement.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', and 'because'.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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Identify a coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.'

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'But' is the coordinating conjunction connecting two independent clauses.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'unless'.

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Identify a subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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'Although' is the subordinating conjunction introducing the dependent clause.

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect equal elements in a sentence. Examples include 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'not only...but also'.