Coordinating Conjunctions Quiz
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Which conjunction is rarely used as a coordinating conjunction in modern English?

  • If
  • For (correct)
  • And
  • Because

How many main coordinating conjunctions are there in English?

  • Seven (correct)
  • Eight
  • Six
  • Five

Which word forms the acronym FANBOYS for the seven main coordinating conjunctions?

  • For (correct)
  • Frustrated
  • Frequent
  • First

What do transitional words such as 'however' and 'therefore' also function as?

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When using the conjunctions 'and' and 'or' to connect three or more words or phrases, what should be used to separate items in the series?

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Study Notes

Coordinating Conjunctions

  • The conjunction "for" is rarely used as a coordinating conjunction in modern English.
  • There are seven main coordinating conjunctions in English.

FANBOYS Acronym

  • The word "for" forms the acronym FANBOYS, which stands for the seven main coordinating conjunctions.

Transitional Words

  • Transitional words such as "however" and "therefore" also function as adverbs.

Connecting Words and Phrases

  • When using the conjunctions "and" and "or" to connect three or more words or phrases, a comma should be used to separate items in the series.

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Test your knowledge of coordinating conjunctions with this quiz! Practice identifying and using the seven main coordinating conjunctions in English, known as FANBOYS, in sentences to improve your grammar skills.

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