Coordinating_Conjunctions_Presentation.pptx

Coordinating_Conjunctions_Presentation.pptx

1. Understanding Coordinating Conjunctions A Guide to Connecting Ideas Marvinel C. Vinuya, LPT

2. What are Coordinating Conjunctions? Definition: Coordinating conjunctions are words that join two or more words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. Common Coordinating Conjunctions: For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So (FANBOYS).

3. FANBOYS F or A nd N or B ut O r Y et S o

4. For Example: 'I went to the store, for I needed some groceries.' Explanation: Used to explain a reason or purpose (similar to 'because').

5. And Example: 'She enjoys reading, and she likes to write.' Explanation: Used to add information or connect similar ideas.

6. Nor Example: 'He didn't call, nor did he text.' Explanation: Used to connect negative ideas (neither...nor).

7. But Example: 'I wanted to go, but I was too tired.' Explanation: Used to show contrast or exception.

8. Or Example: 'Do you want tea, or do you prefer coffee?' Explanation: Used to present alternatives or choices.

9. Yet Example: 'It was late, yet they continued working.' Explanation: Used to show contrast or something unexpected (similar to 'but').

10. So Example: 'I was hungry, so I made a sandwich.' Explanation: Used to show result or consequence.

11. Combining Sentences with Coordinating Conjunctions Example 1: 'She was tired, yet she finished her homework.' Example 2: 'He likes football, and he enjoys basketball too.' Note: Remember to use a comma before the coordinating conjunction when connecting two independent clauses.

12. Practice Combine the following sentences using coordinating conjunctions: 1. 'It was raining. We went for a walk.' 2. 'She didn't study. She failed the exam.' 3. 'He is kind. He is also smart.'

13. Answers to Practice 1. 'It was raining, but we went for a walk.' 2. 'She didn't study, so she failed the exam.' 3. 'He is kind, and he is also smart.'

14. Conclusion Coordinating conjunctions are essential for connecting ideas and making your writing flow smoothly. Practice using FANBOYS to combine sentences effectively.

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