Mastering FANBOYS: The Seven Coordinating Conjunctions

This video tutorial on Sparkle English covers coordinating conjunctions, which are essential in English grammar. The instructor explains the seven conjunctions represented by the acronym FANBOYS: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so. Each conjunction is discussed with examples to illustrate its use. The video also covers the importance of using commas with coordinating conjunctions when joining independent clauses. The lesson concludes with practice suggestions and a preview of a quiz in the next lesson.

What is the primary function of coordinating conjunctions in English?

• To confuse non-native speakers

• To join words, phrases, and clauses of equal value

• To introduce new topics

• To end sentences

Which acronym helps to remember all seven coordinating conjunctions?

• CONJUNC

• COORDIN

• FANBOYS

• ANDORBT

What is the purpose of 'for' as a coordinating conjunction?

• To show contrast

• To explain a reason or purpose

• To add information

• To introduce an effect

What does 'nor' signify in a sentence?

• An alternative option

• A positive addition

• A double negative

• A cause and effect relationship

How is 'but' different from 'and' in coordinating conjunctions?

• It signifies addition

• It introduces an alternative

• It presents an opposing idea

• It indicates a reason

Which example correctly uses 'nor'?

• They will go to the beach, nor the park.

• She can play the guitar, nor can she sing.

• He likes tea, nor coffee.

• I haven't been to Paris, nor have I visited Rome.

Which coordinating conjunction is used to show contrast, similar to 'but'?

• For

• And

• Yet

• So

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

• A reason

• An effect or result

• A contrast

• An alternative

Which conjunction is used to offer choices?

• But

• For

• Or

• Yet

When is a comma used before a coordinating conjunction?

• Before every conjunction

• Only with 'and'

• When joining two independent clauses

• Never