Conjunctions

Conjunctions

How do I write a compound sentence?

Next week, we will learn how to write compound sentences.

But first, we will need to learn about conjunctions! In the first part of the video, you will learn the 7 coordinating conjunctions.

The Coordinating Conjunctions Are:

• For

• And

• Nor

• But

• Or

• Yet

• So

But why are they important?

What do they do?

Conjunctions Connect

They can connect words and phrases.

- I like macaroni and cheese.

- Do you enjoy soccer or football?

They can also connect sentences.

I wanted to play outside. It was too cold.

I wanted to play outside, but it was too cold.

Multiple Choice

Which one of these is NOT one of the conjunctions you learned about today?

• But

• And

• Because

• So

Poll

Are you ready to learn about compound sentences next week?

• Of course I am!

• Yes!

• I am so excited!