Coordinating Conjunctions

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What are coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. The most common coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS).

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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

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When do you use 'and' as a coordinating conjunction?

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Use 'and' to connect two similar ideas or items. Example: I like apples and oranges.

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When do you use 'but' as a coordinating conjunction?

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Use 'but' to show contrast between two ideas. Example: I like apples, but I don't like oranges.

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When do you use 'or' as a coordinating conjunction?

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Use 'or' to present an alternative or choice. Example: Would you like tea or coffee?

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What punctuation mark is used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence?

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A comma (,) is used before a coordinating conjunction in a compound sentence.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'so'?

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Example: It was raining, so we stayed indoors.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'yet'?

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Example: She was tired, yet she finished her homework.

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What is the function of coordinating conjunctions in a sentence?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses to create compound sentences, making writing more fluid and cohesive.

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Can you give an example of a compound sentence?

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Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.