Correlative Conjunctions

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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Give an example of correlative conjunctions in a sentence.

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"Either you can have ice cream, or you can have cake."

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What is the function of the correlative conjunction 'not only... but also'?

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It is used to emphasize that two statements are both true, often highlighting an additional point.

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Provide an example of 'not only... but also' in a sentence.

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"She is not only a talented musician, but also a skilled painter."

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What does the correlative conjunction 'both... and' indicate?

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It indicates that two elements are being included together.

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Create a sentence using 'both... and'.

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"Both the teacher and the students enjoyed the field trip."

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What is the purpose of the correlative conjunction 'either... or'?

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It presents a choice between two alternatives.

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Write a sentence using 'either... or'.

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"You can either finish your homework now, or you can do it later."

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What does 'neither... nor' express?

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It expresses the negation of two alternatives.

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Provide an example of 'neither... nor' in a sentence.

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"He likes neither coffee nor tea."