Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' do?

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It connects two similar ideas or items.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'but' do?

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It shows a contrast between two ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' do?

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It presents a choice between two options.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'nor' do?

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It connects two negative ideas.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'so' do?

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It shows a result or consequence.

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'for' do?

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It explains a reason.

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What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions?

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To join words, phrases, or clauses to make sentences clearer.

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Can you use 'and' to connect two sentences?

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Yes, for example: I like apples, and I like oranges.