Flashcard: Identifying 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', 'so', and 'yet'.

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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

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

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The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to connect similar ideas or items in a sentence.

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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 or statements.

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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 alternatives or choices.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'nor'?

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The coordinating conjunction 'nor' is used to connect two negative ideas or statements.

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

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The coordinating conjunction 'for' is used to explain reasons or purposes.

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

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The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence.

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

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The coordinating conjunction 'yet' is used to introduce a contrast or unexpected outcome.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Aiden washed his baseball uniform twice, yet it still isn't clean.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'yet'.