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Conjunctions - The Words That Join Things Together

Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses to enhance clarity in communication. There are three main types: coordinating conjunctions (e.g., for, and, but), subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, although), and correlative conjunctions (e.g., either...or, both...and). The document also includes examples and a practice exercise to reinforce understanding of conjunctions.

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Conjunctions - The Words That Join Things Together

Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses to enhance clarity in communication. There are three main types: coordinating conjunctions (e.g., for, and, but), subordinating conjunctions (e.g., because, although), and correlative conjunctions (e.g., either...or, both...and). The document also includes examples and a practice exercise to reinforce understanding of conjunctions.

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🟦 Conjunctions: The Words That Join Things Together

When we speak or write, we often want to join words, phrases, or sentences to make our
ideas clearer and more interesting. That’s where conjunctions come in!

🟩 What Are Conjunctions?


Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. They help link ideas
and make sentences flow better.

🟦 Types of Conjunctions
1.​ Coordinating Conjunctions​
These join equal parts like words or independent clauses. The most common are:​
for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so​
(Remember with the acronym FANBOYS)​

🔹
●​ Example:​

🔹
I like apples and bananas.​
She was tired, but she kept working.​

2.​ Subordinating Conjunctions​


These join a dependent clause to an independent clause, showing time, reason,
condition, or contrast. Examples:​
because, although, since, if, when, while, unless​

🔹
●​ Example:​

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I stayed home because it was raining.​
Although he was tired, he finished his homework.​

3.​ Correlative Conjunctions​


These work in pairs to join equal ideas. Examples:​
either...or, neither...nor, both...and, not only...but also​

🔹
●​ Example:​

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You can either come with us or stay at home.​
She is not only smart but also kind.​
🟨 Examples in Sentences
Type Example Sentence

Coordinating (FANBOYS) He wanted to play, but it started raining.

Subordinating We will go outside if the sun comes out.

Correlative Both my brother and sister like soccer.

🟥 Practice Exercise
Fill in the blanks with the correct conjunction:

1.​ I want to watch a movie, ______ I have homework to do.​

2.​ You can have tea ______ coffee.​

3.​ She stayed home ______ she was sick.​

4.​ ______ you study hard, you will pass the test.​

5.​ He is ______ funny ______ smart.​

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