Conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses, sentences, or words in the same clause.

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What are the three types of conjunctions?

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1. Coordinating Conjunctions 2. Subordinating Conjunctions 3. Correlative Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include: although, because, since, unless.

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What is a correlative conjunction?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together. Examples include: either...or, neither...nor, both...and.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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but

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Identify the correlative conjunction in this sentence: 'Neither the rain nor the snow stopped us from going out.'

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neither...nor

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Choose the correct coordinating conjunction: 'She can have tea, ___ she can have coffee.'

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or

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

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

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Choose the correct correlative conjunction pair: '___ you finish your homework, ___ you can go out to play.'

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As soon as...then