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 join two or more elements of equal importance, such as 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What are subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions are words that connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'because', 'although', and 'since'.

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together, such as 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'both...and'.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea or coffee?

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What is the function of the conjunction 'yet'?

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'Yet' is used to show contrast, indicating that something is true despite a previous statement.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'because'?

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'Because' is used to introduce a reason or explanation.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts of a sentence, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.