Grammar: Conjunctions, Prepositions, & Interjections

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What is a conjunction?

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A conjunction is a word that connects clauses, sentences, or words. Examples include 'and', 'but', 'or', and 'either...or'.

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What is an interjection?

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An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise. Examples include 'wow!', 'ouch!', and 'hey!'.

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What is a preposition?

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A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. Examples include 'in', 'on', 'at', and 'across'.

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What do adjectives do?

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Adjectives describe or modify nouns and pronouns, providing more detail. For example, in 'the red car', 'red' is an adjective.

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What do adverbs do?

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Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, often ending in '-ly'. For example, in 'She runs quickly', 'quickly' is an adverb.

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Identify the conjunction in this 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 interjection in this sentence: 'Hooray! We won the game!'

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The interjection is 'Hooray!'.

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Identify the preposition in this sentence: 'The cat is under the table.'

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The preposition is 'under'.

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What is the function of a conjunction in a sentence?

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A conjunction connects words, phrases, or clauses to create complex sentences.

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What is the function of an interjection in a sentence?

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An interjection adds emotion or excitement to a sentence, often standing alone.