KS2 Primary English Age 9-13 - Vocabulary: Coordinating Conjunctions - Explained

The video tutorial explains how to form compound sentences by joining main clauses using coordinating conjunctions. It introduces the concept of FANBOYS, which stands for the conjunctions: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so. These conjunctions are essential for creating compound sentences and are commonly used in English grammar.

What is the purpose of combining main clauses?

• To create complex sentences

• To form compound sentences

• To simplify sentences

• To create run-on sentences

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

• But

• Nor

• And

• Because

What acronym can help you remember the coordinating conjunctions?

• FANSBOY

• BOYFANS

• BOYSFAN

• FANBOYS

Which conjunction would you use to show contrast?

• And

• But

• Or

• So

What is the function of the word 'so' in a sentence?

• To offer a choice

• To show contrast

• To indicate a result

• To add information