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. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect two similar ideas or add information.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' indicate?

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

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'nor' indicate?

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

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'yet' indicate?

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The conjunction 'yet' is used to show a contrast that is surprising or unexpected.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' indicate?

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

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea or coffee?