Conjunctions in compound sentences

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses or sentences, such as 'and', 'but', and '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 joined by a conjunction.

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Give an example of a conjunction used to show contrast.

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The word 'but' is used to show contrast, as in 'I like ice cream, but I am allergic to dairy.'

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What conjunction would you use to add information?

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The conjunction 'and' is used to add information, as in 'I like apples and oranges.'

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What conjunction would you use to explain a reason?

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The conjunction 'because' is used to explain a reason, as in 'I stayed home because it was raining.'

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Identify the conjunction in this sentence: 'She wanted to go to the park, but it was closed.'

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The conjunction is 'but'.

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What is the purpose of using conjunctions in sentences?

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Conjunctions are used to connect ideas, making sentences more complex and informative.

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What conjunction would you use to indicate a result?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result, as in 'It was late, so I went home.'

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How do conjunctions affect the meaning of a sentence?

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Conjunctions can change the relationship between ideas, indicating addition, contrast, cause, or effect.

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What is the difference between 'and' and 'but'?

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'And' adds information, while 'but' shows contrast between two ideas.