FANBOYS

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What does FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS is an acronym for the coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

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What is the purpose of FANBOYS in a sentence?

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FANBOYS are used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses in a sentence.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to express a choice?

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Or.

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Which FANBOYS conjunction would you use to show contrast?

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But.

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When using FANBOYS to connect two independent clauses, what punctuation is required?

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A comma before the FANBOYS conjunction.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'and' from FANBOYS?

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I like to read, and I enjoy writing.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'but' from FANBOYS?

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I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'so' from FANBOYS?

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It was late, so I decided to go home.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'for' from FANBOYS?

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I stayed home, for I was feeling unwell.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'nor' from FANBOYS?

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I do not like broccoli, nor do I enjoy spinach.