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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List the three main types of conjunctions.

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1. Coordinating conjunctions (e.g., and, but, or) 2. Subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, although, since) 3. Correlative conjunctions (e.g., either...or, neither...nor).

Front

What is the function of coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

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Provide an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.

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

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What is the function of subordinating conjunctions?

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Subordinating conjunctions connect an independent clause with a dependent clause, indicating a relationship between them.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction.

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Although it was raining, we decided to go for a hike.

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What are correlative conjunctions?

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Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect equal elements in a sentence.

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Provide an example of a sentence using correlative conjunctions.

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Either you can have ice cream, or you can have cake.

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What is the difference between a coordinating conjunction and a subordinating conjunction?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect equal parts of a sentence, while subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.

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Identify the conjunction in the following sentence: 'She likes tea, but he prefers coffee.'

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but