Flashcard: Conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a part of speech that connects words and phrases.

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What is a dependent clause?

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A dependent clause is an incomplete sentence that cannot stand alone.

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What is an independent clause?

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An independent clause is a complete sentence that can stand by itself.

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal, such as 'and', 'but', or 'or'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, such as 'because', 'although', or 'before'.

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What is a correlative conjunction?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together, such as 'either...or', 'neither...nor', and 'not only...but also'.

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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 to the park, but it started to rain.

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Give an example of a sentence using 'so'.

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It was late, so I went home.

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What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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The function of a conjunction is to connect words, phrases, or clauses to create more complex sentences.