Coordinating conjunctions

Front

What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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

Front

What is a coordinating conjunction?

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

Front

List the seven coordinating conjunctions.

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For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

Front

In the sentence 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain,' which word is the coordinating conjunction?

Back

But.

Front

What is the purpose of using coordinating conjunctions?

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Coordinating conjunctions are used to join two independent clauses or to connect words and phrases of the same type.

Front

Fill in the blank: 'She likes to read, _____ she also enjoys writing.'

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and.

Front

Choose the correct coordinating conjunction: 'You can have tea, _____ you can have coffee.'

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or.

Front

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

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It indicates a reason or explanation.

Front

In the sentence 'He is smart, yet he is humble,' what role does 'yet' play?

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Yet is a coordinating conjunction that contrasts two ideas.

Front

What is the effect of using 'nor' in a sentence?

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Nor is used to present an alternative negative idea.