Conjunctions Study Guide

What are Conjunctions?

A conjunction is a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. It helps to join different parts of a sentence to make it more meaningful and cohesive.

Types of Conjunctions

There are three main types of conjunctions:

Coordinating Conjunctions: These include words like "and," "but," "or," and "so." They join words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance in a sentence.
Subordinating Conjunctions: These include words like "although," "because," "if," and "while." They introduce dependent clauses and connect them to independent clauses.
Correlative Conjunctions: These come in pairs, such as "either...or," "neither...nor," "both...and," and "not only...but also." They work in pairs to connect words, phrases, or clauses.

Examples of Conjunctions

Here are some examples of conjunctions in sentences:

Coordinating: She is tall and intelligent.
Subordinating: I will go if you come with me.
Correlative: Both the cat and the dog are playful.

Practice Questions

Now, let's test your understanding of conjunctions!

Identify the type of conjunction in the following sentence: "I want to go, but I have to finish my homework."
Fill in the blank with the correct conjunction: "She is not only a talented singer, _______ also a great dancer."