Conjunctions Flashcard

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences or coordinates words in the same clause.

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Give an example of a coordinating conjunction.

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Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', 'nor', 'for', 'so', and 'yet'.

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What does the conjunction 'and' indicate?

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The conjunction 'and' indicates addition or a connection between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'but' indicate?

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The conjunction 'but' indicates contrast between two ideas.

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What does the conjunction 'or' indicate?

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The conjunction 'or' indicates a choice between two or more options.

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What does the conjunction 'nor' indicate?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to present an alternative negative idea.

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What does the conjunction 'so' indicate?

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The conjunction 'so' indicates a result or consequence.

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What does the conjunction 'for' indicate?

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The conjunction 'for' indicates reason or purpose.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'I want to go to the park, but it is raining.'

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The conjunction is 'but'.

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Identify the conjunction in the sentence: 'You can have ice cream or cake.'

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The conjunction is 'or'.