Coordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Common coordinating conjunctions include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: and, but, or, nor, for, so, and yet.

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What punctuation mark is used before a coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses?

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A comma (,) is used before a coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses.

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Complete the sentence with a coordinating conjunction: 'I wanted to go for a walk, ___ it started to rain.'

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but

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Complete the sentence with a coordinating conjunction: 'She can have cake, ___ she can have ice cream.'

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or

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'and'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to add one idea to another.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'but'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

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Complete the sentence with a coordinating conjunction: 'He studied hard, ___ he passed the exam.'

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so

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Complete the sentence with a coordinating conjunction: 'I like apples, ___ I do not like oranges.'

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but

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'or'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice.