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What is a conjunction in grammar?
What is a conjunction in grammar?
How does the function of the word 'after' change in different sentences?
How does the function of the word 'after' change in different sentences?
How are commas used to separate clauses?
How are commas used to separate clauses?
What can be considered as idiomatic phrases behaving as conjunctions?
What can be considered as idiomatic phrases behaving as conjunctions?
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Where can a conjunction be placed in a sentence?
Where can a conjunction be placed in a sentence?
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Study Notes
Conjunctions in Grammar
- A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence.
Function of 'After'
- In a sentence, 'after' can function as a preposition, indicating a point in time.
- However, in a sentence like "After I finish my homework, I'll watch TV", 'after' functions as a subordinating conjunction, introducing a dependent clause.
Commas and Clauses
- Commas are used to separate independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction (like and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet).
- Commas also separate items in a series but not when using a conjunction (e.g., I like reading books, watching TV, and playing video games).
Idiomatic Phrases as Conjunctions
- Certain idiomatic phrases, such as 'as long as', 'in case', and 'provided that', can function as conjunctions, connecting clauses or phrases.
Conjunction Placement
- Coordinating conjunctions (like and, but, or) typically connect two equal clauses, and are placed between them.
- Subordinating conjunctions (like because, although, if) introduce dependent clauses, and are placed at the beginning of the dependent clause.
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Test your knowledge of conjunctions in grammar with this quiz. Learn about the role of conjunctions in connecting words, phrases, or clauses and understand their usage in different contexts.
