HW 3/3/25 Coordinating Conjunctions

Front

What are coordinating conjunctions?

Back

Words that connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', 'so'.

Front

What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

Back

FANBOYS is an acronym for the seven coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

Front

Which coordinating conjunction would best complete this sentence? 'I wanted to go outside, ___ it was raining.'

Back

but

Front

Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She likes apples, and he likes oranges.'

Back

and

Front

What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'for'?

Back

It is used to explain reason or purpose, similar to 'because'.

Front

Complete the sentence with a coordinating conjunction: 'You can have cake, ___ you can have ice cream.'

Back

or

Front

What is the role of the coordinating conjunction 'yet'?

Back

It shows contrast between two ideas, similar to 'but'.

Front

Is 'nor' a coordinating conjunction?

Back

Yes, 'nor' is used to present an alternative negative idea.

Front

Fill in the blank with a coordinating conjunction: 'He didn't study, ___ he failed the test.'

Back

so

Front

What does the coordinating conjunction 'and' indicate?

Back

It indicates addition or a connection between similar ideas.