FANBOYS

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What does the acronym FANBOYS stand for?

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FANBOYS stands for For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So, which are coordinating conjunctions.

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a part of speech that connects words, phrases, or clauses.

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Identify the coordinating conjunction in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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The coordinating conjunction is 'but'.

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In a sentence using a FANBOYS conjunction, where does the comma go?

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The comma goes before the coordinating conjunction.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'and'?

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

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'or'?

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The conjunction 'or' is used to present alternatives or choices.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'nor'?

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The conjunction 'nor' is used to connect two negative alternatives.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'for'?

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The conjunction 'for' is used to explain reason or purpose.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'yet'?

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The conjunction 'yet' is used to introduce a contrast.

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What is the function of the coordinating conjunction 'so'?

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The conjunction 'so' is used to indicate a result or consequence.