Cjtion Flashcards

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What do conjunctions?

A

-connect words and phrases

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2
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Which words are included in coordination conjunctions?

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-and, but, and or

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3
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Which words are include in correlative conjunctions?

A
  • both…and, neither…nor, either…or

- not only…but also

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4
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For what are coordination conjunctions used?

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  • to link two or more nouns, gerunds, verbs, or adverbs

- (use same part of speech in linked words or phrases to create parallel structure)

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5
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Name the roles of the words in coordination conjunctions?

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  • and ->add information
  • but->to show a contrast
  • or->to connect related ideas or items in a negative statement or to show alternatives
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How are coordinating conjunctions used?

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  • use a comma between each one (3+ words)

- put the conjunction before the last word or phrase

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What do correlative conjunctions show in general?

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  • have two parts

- emphasize equality between the words or phrases they connect

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Name the roles of the words in correlative conjunctions?

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  • 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)
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