Understanding Conjunctions

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Which sentence demonstrates the correct parallel structure with correlative conjunctions?

  • Not only did she write the book, but she also illustrated it. (correct)
  • Not only writing the book, but she also illustrated it.
  • She not only wrote the book, but also illustrating it.
  • She not only wrote the book, but also by illustrating it.

Which of the following best describes the primary function of subordinating conjunctions?

  • To connect two independent clauses, giving equal weight to both.
  • To connect words or phrases within a single clause.
  • To emphasize a contrast between two related ideas within a sentence.
  • To introduce a dependent clause, linking it to an independent clause and establishing a relationship between them. (correct)

Select the sentence where the comma usage is correct with the subordinating conjunction.

  • Even though, he was tired he continued working.
  • We will start the meeting, as soon as everyone arrives.
  • Although, it was raining, they decided to go for a walk.
  • Because the traffic was heavy, we arrived late. (correct)

In which of the following sentences is the coordinating conjunction used most effectively to convey a specific relationship between the clauses?

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Which of the following sentences uses a correlative conjunction incorrectly?

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Identify the sentence that correctly uses a subordinating conjunction to express a condition.

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Determine which of the following sentences demonstrates the most effective use of a coordinating conjunction to create a compound sentence.

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In the following options, select the sentence that uses a subordinating conjunction to indicate a contrast.

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Choose the sentence in which the correlative conjunction ‘either/or’ is used most logically and grammatically.

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Which sentence demonstrates the correct placement of a comma when beginning a sentence with a subordinate clause introduced by a time-related subordinating conjunction?

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Flashcards

What are conjunctions?

Words that link other words, phrases, or clauses together to ensure clarity and flow in writing and speech.

Coordinating Conjunctions

Connect words, phrases, and independent clauses of equal importance. Acronym FANBOYS: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

Correlative Conjunctions

Work in pairs to connect grammatically equal parts of a sentence, emphasizing the relationship between the connected elements.

Subordinating Conjunctions

Introduce a dependent clause, linking it to an independent clause to create a more complex sentence.

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For (conjunction)

Indicates reason or purpose in a coordinating conjunction.

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And (conjunction)

Connects similar or related ideas in a coordinating conjunction.

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Nor (conjunction)

Presents a non-contrasting negative idea in a coordinating conjunction.

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But (conjunction)

Shows contrast or exception in a coordinating conjunction.

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Or (conjunction)

Presents an alternative or choice using coordinating conjunction.

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Yet (conjunction)

Indicates a contrast, similar to 'but', in a coordinating conjunction.

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Study Notes

  • Conjunctions link words, phrases, or clauses.
  • They provide clarity and flow in writing and speech.

Coordinating Conjunctions

  • Connect words, phrases, and independent clauses of equal importance.
  • The acronym FANBOYS helps remember the seven coordinating conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.
    • "For" indicates reason or purpose.
    • "And" connects similar or related ideas.
    • "Nor" presents a non-contrasting negative idea.
    • "But" shows contrast or exception.
    • "Or" presents an alternative or choice.
    • "Yet" indicates a contrast, similar to 'but'.
    • "So" indicates a result or consequence.

Correlative Conjunctions

  • These conjunctions connect grammatically equal parts of a sentence in pairs.
  • Common pairs: "both/and", "either/or", "neither/nor", "not only/but also", "whether/or".
  • These pairs emphasize the relationship between the connected elements.

Subordinating Conjunctions

  • These introduce a dependent (or subordinate) clause, linking it to an independent clause.
  • They establish a relationship between the two clauses.
  • Common subordinating conjunctions and their functions include:
    • Time: after, before, when, while, since, until, as soon as
    • Cause/Effect: because, since, as, so that
    • Condition: if, unless, provided that, in case
    • Contrast/Concession: although, though, even though, whereas, while
    • Place: where, wherever
  • The dependent clause cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

Examples of Conjunctions

  • Coordinating:
    • I like tea, and I like coffee.
    • She wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
  • Correlative:
    • Both my brother and I enjoy playing video games.
    • Either you finish your homework, or you will not watch TV.
  • Subordinating:
    • Because it was raining, we stayed inside.
    • After the movie ended, we went out for dinner.

Usage Notes

  • Traditional grammar rules say coordinating conjunctions should not begin sentences, though this rule is now more flexible.
  • Correlative conjunctions must have parallel structure.
    • Incorrect: Not only did he sing, but also dancing.
    • Correct: Not only did he sing, but he also danced.
  • Subordinating conjunctions determine the timing and importance of clauses.
    • A comma usually separates a dependent clause from the independent clause when it comes first.
    • A comma is generally not needed if the independent clause comes first.
    • Correct: Because it was late, I went to bed.
    • Correct: I went to bed because it was late.

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