Punctuating Conjunctions Review

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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. Examples include 'and', 'but', and 'or'.

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What is the purpose of a coordinating conjunction?

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Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or independent clauses that are similar or equal in structure. Examples include 'for', 'and', 'nor', 'but', 'or', 'yet', and 'so'.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a coordinating conjunction?

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When connecting two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, place a comma before the conjunction. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a subordinating conjunction?

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A subordinating conjunction connects an independent clause with a dependent clause. Examples include 'because', 'although', 'since', and 'unless'.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a subordinating conjunction?

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If the dependent clause comes first, use a comma before the independent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, we went for a walk.' If the independent clause comes first, no comma is needed.

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What is a conjunctive adverb?

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A conjunctive adverb connects two independent clauses and shows the relationship between them. Examples include 'however', 'therefore', and 'moreover'.

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How do you punctuate a sentence with a conjunctive adverb?

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When using a conjunctive adverb to connect two independent clauses, use a semicolon before the conjunctive adverb and a comma after it. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk; however, it started to rain.'

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

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'And' adds information, while 'but' contrasts information. Example: 'I like apples and oranges.' vs. 'I like apples, but I don't like oranges.'

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What is a compound sentence?

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A compound sentence consists of two or more independent clauses connected by coordinating conjunctions. Example: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.'

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What is a complex sentence?

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A complex sentence contains one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. Example: 'Although it was raining, I went for a walk.'