FANBOYS/Coordinating Conjunctions

FANBOYS/Coordinating Conjunctions

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English

4th - 5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does FANBOYS stand for?

Back

FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a coordinating conjunction?

Back

A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When do you use a comma with FANBOYS?

Back

You use a comma before a FANBOYS conjunction when connecting two independent clauses.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an independent clause?

Back

An independent clause is a group of words that can stand alone as a sentence because it has a subject and a verb.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence using 'and'.

Back

I like apples, and I like oranges.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a sentence using 'but'.

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using 'or' in a sentence?

Back

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

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