conjunctions

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses, sentences, or words in the same clause.

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What are the three types of conjunctions?

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1. Coordinating conjunctions 2. Subordinating conjunctions 3. 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', 'so', and 'yet'.

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Which conjunction is used to show contrast?

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

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include 'although', 'because', 'since', and 'unless'.

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add one element to another, connecting similar 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.