Understanding Conjunctions and Their Functions

This video tutorial explains coordinating conjunctions, which join words, phrases, and clauses. It covers the seven conjunctions: and, but, or, so, yet, nor, and for. Each conjunction's usage is detailed, such as 'and' for addition, 'but' for contrast, 'or' for choice, 'nor' for negation, 'so' for results, 'yet' for unexpected outcomes, and 'for' as a formal equivalent of 'because'. Examples illustrate how these conjunctions function in sentences, including compound sentences and the nuances of their application.

What is the primary function of coordinating conjunctions?

• To separate sentences

• To join words, phrases, and clauses

• To replace nouns

• To modify verbs

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

• And

• Because

• Or

• But

When should you use the conjunction 'and'?

• To add things together

• To show a result

• To show contrast

• To indicate a choice

How does 'but' function in a sentence?

• To present a choice

• To add similar ideas

• To show a result

• To indicate a contrast

Which conjunction would you use to present a choice?

• And

• But

• Nor

• Or

What is the role of 'nor' in a sentence?

• To add similar ideas

• To show a negative choice

• To indicate a result

• To show contrast

Which conjunction is used to show a result or consequence?

• So

• Nor

• But

• And

How is 'yet' similar to 'but'?

• It shows addition

• It indicates a choice

• It shows contrast with an underlying reason

• It shows a result

In what context is 'for' used as a conjunction?

• To mean 'because'

• To show contrast

• To indicate a result

• To show addition