Coordinating and Correlative 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. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'yet'.

Front

What is the function of the conjunction 'but'?

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

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Identify a common coordinating conjunction used to add information.

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The conjunction 'and' is commonly used to add information.

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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. Examples include 'either...or', 'neither...nor', 'not only...but also'.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'either...or'.

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Example: You can either have pizza or pasta for dinner.

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What is the role of the conjunction 'or'?

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

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Fill in the blank with a coordinating conjunction: I wanted to go to the park, _____ it started to rain.

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but

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What is the conjunction in the sentence: 'I like apples and oranges.'?

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The conjunction is 'and'.

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Fill in the blanks with correlative conjunctions: I will eat _____ the cake _____ the cookies.

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either...or

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What does the conjunction 'nor' indicate?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to connect two negative ideas or statements.