Coordinating Conjunctions and Compound Sentences

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What is a coordinating conjunction?

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A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.

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What does the conjunction 'and' do?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add information or connect similar ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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

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What is the purpose of the conjunction 'or'?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present an alternative or choice between two options.

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What does the conjunction 'so' express?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to show cause and effect, indicating that one action is a result of another.

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What does the conjunction 'for' mean?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reasons or causes, similar to 'because'.

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence is a sentence that contains at least two independent clauses connected by a coordinating conjunction.

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Give an example of a compound sentence.

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I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.

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What is the function of the conjunction 'nor'?

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

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How do you identify a coordinating conjunction in a sentence?

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Look for words that connect similar parts of the sentence, such as 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', and 'so'.