Conjunctions (and, but, or)

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.

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What are the three main conjunctions?

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The three main conjunctions are 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What does the conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or connection between two ideas.

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Provide an example of 'and' in a sentence.

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Lindsay and Jennifer are sisters.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates contrast or exception between two ideas.

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Provide an example of 'but' in a sentence.

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Sean wanted to learn to play the guitar, but his mother wanted him to learn piano.

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What does the conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice or alternative between two ideas.

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Provide an example of 'or' in a sentence.

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When I grow up, I think I want to be an electrician or a plumber.

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How do you use 'and' in a list?

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Use 'and' before the last item in a list to connect all items.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'or'?

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'And' connects ideas that are both true, while 'or' presents a choice between ideas.