Subordinating & Coordinating conjunctions

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing a relationship between them. Examples include 'because', 'since', 'unless', 'although', and 'while'.

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List the coordinating conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS.

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FANBOYS stands for: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'Although'.

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What is the function of the word 'and' in a sentence?

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The word 'and' is a coordinating conjunction that connects two similar ideas or items.

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What is the function of the word 'because' in a sentence?

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The word 'because' is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a reason or cause.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'She likes apples, and he likes oranges.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'and'.

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Identify the subordinating conjunction in this sentence: 'I will go to the party if I finish my homework.'

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The subordinating conjunction is 'if'.

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What is the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?

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