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, and so (FANBOYS).

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List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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The seven coordinating conjunctions are: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'and'?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to connect similar ideas or items in a sentence.

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How does the coordinating conjunction 'but' function in a sentence?

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

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What does the coordinating conjunction 'or' indicate in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present alternatives or choices.

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Explain the use of 'so' as a coordinating conjunction.

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The conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence of the preceding clause.

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What is the role of 'for' in a sentence?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reason or purpose, similar to 'because'.

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What does 'yet' imply when used as a coordinating conjunction?

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The conjunction 'yet' is used to introduce a contrast or an unexpected outcome.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'nor'.

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Example: She does not like tea, nor does she enjoy coffee.

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How can coordinating conjunctions affect sentence structure?

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Coordinating conjunctions can join independent clauses to form compound sentences, enhancing sentence variety and complexity.