Coordinating Conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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What are the seven coordinating conjunctions?

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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The purpose of a coordinating conjunction is to join two or more elements in a sentence.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

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I like apples and oranges.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

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I wanted to go outside, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'or'.

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Would you like tea or coffee?

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Give an example of a sentence using 'nor'.

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She doesn't like broccoli, nor does she like spinach.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'so'.

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It was getting late, so we decided to go home.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'yet'.

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He is very tired, yet he continues to work.