Conjunction Review/Practice

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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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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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An example of a coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates a contrast between two ideas.

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What is a subordinate conjunction?

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A subordinate conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Give an example of a subordinate conjunction.

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An example of a subordinate conjunction is 'unless'.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to join words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.

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What does the conjunction 'or' suggest?

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The conjunction 'or' suggests a choice between two options.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a conjunction?

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You usually place a comma before a conjunction when it connects two independent clauses.

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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.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'and'?

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Matt went to the beach, and he learned to surf.