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What is a conjunction?
What is a conjunction?
A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses together to form a sentence or join separate sentences.
Which of the following are examples of coordinating conjunctions? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are examples of coordinating conjunctions? (Select all that apply)
- because
- and (correct)
- so (correct)
- but (correct)
- yet (correct)
- or (correct)
What do subordinating conjunctions do?
What do subordinating conjunctions do?
Subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.
Which of the following is an example of a subordinating conjunction?
Which of the following is an example of a subordinating conjunction?
What is the function of correlative conjunctions?
What is the function of correlative conjunctions?
The conjunction 'and' can be used to join two independent clauses.
The conjunction 'and' can be used to join two independent clauses.
Subordinating conjunctions can be used to join two independent clauses.
Subordinating conjunctions can be used to join two independent clauses.
Give one example of a correlative conjunction.
Give one example of a correlative conjunction.
Which of the following is NOT a function of conjunctions?
Which of the following is NOT a function of conjunctions?
Which of the following conjunctions can be used to show contrast?
Which of the following conjunctions can be used to show contrast?
Flashcards
Conjunction
Conjunction
A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence or to join separate sentences, linking ideas and clarifying meaning.
Coordinating Conjunction
Coordinating Conjunction
Connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance.
Coordinating Conjunction Example
Coordinating Conjunction Example
Words like 'and', 'but', 'or', 'so', 'yet'.
Subordinating Conjunction
Subordinating Conjunction
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Subordinating Conjunction Example
Subordinating Conjunction Example
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Correlative Conjunction
Correlative Conjunction
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Correlative Conjunction Example
Correlative Conjunction Example
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Function of Conjunctions (Joining words/phrases)
Function of Conjunctions (Joining words/phrases)
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Function of Conjunctions (Connecting clauses)
Function of Conjunctions (Connecting clauses)
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Function of Conjunctions (Showing relationships)
Function of Conjunctions (Showing relationships)
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Function of Conjunctions (Clarifying meaning)
Function of Conjunctions (Clarifying meaning)
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Common Conjunctions
Common Conjunctions
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Study Notes
Conjunctions
- Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses to create sentences or link separate sentences.
- They help to link ideas, show relationships, and clarify meaning.
Types of Conjunctions
Coordinating Conjunctions
- Connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance.
- Examples: and, but, or, so, yet
Subordinating Conjunctions
- Connect a dependent clause to an independent clause.
- Examples: because, since, after, although, if, unless, until
Correlative Conjunctions
- Used in pairs to connect words or phrases of equal importance.
- Examples: both...and, either...or, not only...but also
Functions of Conjunctions
- Joining words/phrases: Connects words or phrases to form a sentence.
- Connecting clauses: Links independent or dependent clauses.
- Showing relationships: Indicates cause-and-effect, contrast, or addition.
- Clarifying meaning: Helps readers understand sentence structure.
Common Conjunctions
- and
- but
- or
- so
- yet
- for
- nor
- because
- since
- after
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This quiz explores the different types of conjunctions, including coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions. It highlights their functions in connecting words, phrases, and clauses to improve sentence clarity. Test your knowledge on common conjunctions and their usage.
