Coordinating Conjunctions Study Guide
A coordinating conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance within a sentence. The coordinating conjunctions are often remembered by the acronym "FANBOYS," which stands for:
- For
- And
- Nor
- But
- Or
- Yet
- So
These conjunctions can be used to join individual words, phrases, or independent clauses in a sentence.
Here are some examples of coordinating conjunctions in action:
Joining words: I like coffee and tea.
Joining phrases: She enjoys reading mystery novels or romantic comedies.
Joining independent clauses: The sun was shining, but it was still cold outside.
It's important to note that when using coordinating conjunctions to join independent clauses, a comma should be placed before the conjunction.
Coordinating conjunctions are essential for creating compound sentences, adding variety to writing, and connecting ideas together.
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