Subordinating and 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. 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 is a word that connects a dependent clause to an independent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', 'unless', and 'while'.

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What is the purpose of a conjunction in a sentence?

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Conjunctions are used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, helping to create complex and compound sentences.

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Give an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.

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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 sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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

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What is the rule for punctuating sentences with coordinating conjunctions?

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When connecting two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, place a comma before the conjunction.

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What is the rule for punctuating sentences with subordinating conjunctions?

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If the subordinating clause comes first, place a comma before the independent clause. If the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed.

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

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the park if it is sunny.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.