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

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What is a correlative conjunction?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect equal elements in a sentence. Examples include 'either...or', 'neither...nor', 'both...and', and 'not only...but also'.

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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: 'She can either stay home or go to the party.'

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either...or

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What is the function of the conjunction 'for'?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reason or purpose, similar to 'because'.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.

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I wanted to play soccer, but it was too cold outside.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a correlative conjunction.

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Neither the cat nor the dog wanted to go outside.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts of a sentence, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.