Cjtion Flashcards
1
Q
What do conjunctions?
A
-connect words and phrases
2
Q
Which words are included in coordination conjunctions?
A
-and, but, and or
3
Q
Which words are include in correlative conjunctions?
A
- both…and, neither…nor, either…or
- not only…but also
4
Q
For what are coordination conjunctions used?
A
- to link two or more nouns, gerunds, verbs, or adverbs
- (use same part of speech in linked words or phrases to create parallel structure)
5
Q
Name the roles of the words in coordination conjunctions?
A
- and ->add information
- but->to show a contrast
- or->to connect related ideas or items in a negative statement or to show alternatives
6
Q
How are coordinating conjunctions used?
A
- use a comma between each one (3+ words)
- put the conjunction before the last word or phrase
7
Q
What do correlative conjunctions show in general?
A
- have two parts
- emphasize equality between the words or phrases they connect
8
Q
Name the roles of the words in correlative conjunctions?
A
- both… and -> to add information (connection two subjects, use a plural verb)
- either… or -> to emphasize alternatives (verb agrees in number with the noun that is closest to it)
- not only… but also -> to emphasize surprising information (verb agrees in number with the noun that is closest to it)
- neither.. nor -> to emphasize additional information in negative statements (verb agrees in number with the noun that is closest to it)