Coordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, indicating a relationship between the two. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', 'unless', and 'after'.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a subordinating conjunction in a sentence.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a walk.

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What type of conjunction is 'and'?

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Coordinating conjunction.

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What type of conjunction is 'because'?

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Subordinating conjunction.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'She likes apples and oranges.'

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'and' is the coordinating conjunction.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'If it rains, we will stay inside.'

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'If' is the subordinating conjunction.

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What is the function of a coordinating conjunction?

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To connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are of equal importance.

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What is the function of a subordinating conjunction?

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To connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing a relationship between them.