FANBOYS

FANBOYS

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English

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does FANBOYS stand for?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a coordinating conjunction?

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence using 'and' as a coordinating conjunction.

Back

I like to read books, and I enjoy watching movies.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using a comma before a coordinating conjunction?

Back

A comma is used before a coordinating conjunction to separate independent clauses in a compound sentence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go to the party, but I was too tired.'

Back

The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction: for, yet, whether, nor?

Back

'Whether' is NOT a coordinating conjunction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Correct the following sentence: 'I wanted to play outside, but my mom said I have to do my homework first.'

Back

The sentence is correct as is.

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