Conjunctions & Compound Sentences

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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 main types of conjunctions?

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The main types of conjunctions are coordinating conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, and 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', and 'so'.

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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 joined by a coordinating conjunction.

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to go to the park, but it started to rain.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add information or connect similar ideas.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'but'?

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The conjunction 'but' is used to show contrast between two ideas.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'or'?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two ideas.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'nor'?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to present a negative alternative.

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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.