Understanding Conjunctions and Their Uses

The video tutorial introduces conjunctions, explaining their role as 'joining words' in sentences. It covers three types: coordinating, correlative, and subordinating conjunctions, providing examples and practice exercises for each. The tutorial also discusses the use of commas with conjunctions to enhance sentence clarity. The video aims to help students understand and effectively use conjunctions in writing.

What is the primary function of conjunctions in sentences?

• To remove unnecessary words

• To add more words

• To change the meaning of words

• To connect words, phrases, and sentences

Which acronym can help you remember coordinating conjunctions?

• BRIGHT

• QUICK

• SMART

• FANBOYS

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

• Or

• Neither

• But

• And

What do correlative conjunctions do?

• Connect dependent clauses

• Join two sentences

• Join alternative or equal elements in pairs

• Add emphasis to a sentence

Which pair of words is an example of correlative conjunctions?

• Because, Since

• If, Then

• And, But

• Neither, Nor

What is the role of subordinating conjunctions?

• To connect independent clauses

• To list items in a sentence

• To emphasize a point

• To introduce adverb clauses

Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?

• Or

• And

• Although

• But

When should you use a comma with conjunctions?

• Always

• Only at the end of a sentence

• Never

• When there is a list of three or more items

Which sentence correctly uses a comma with a conjunction?

• I like apples and oranges.

• I like apples, and oranges.

• I like apples, oranges, and bananas.

• I like apples and, oranges.

What is the main purpose of using conjunctions in writing?

• To add more punctuation

• To make sentences longer

• To connect ideas and make sentences clearer

• To confuse the reader