Conjunctions Flashcards
What is a conjunction?
A part of speech that connects words, phrases, clauses, or sentences.
What are the three main types of conjunctions?
Coordinating, subordinating, and correlative.
What function do coordinating conjunctions serve?
They join two or more sentences, main clauses, or similar elements.
List the primary coordinating conjunctions in English.
- for
- and
- nor
- but
- or
- yet
- so
Mnemonic: F.A.N.B.O.Y.S.
What is the role of subordinating conjunctions?
They join dependent clauses to independent clauses.
Give an example of a subordinating conjunction.
Because.
True or False: Correlative conjunctions work in pairs.
True.
What is the importance of conjunctions in writing?
They create cohesion, complexity, and clarity within sentences.
Fill in the blank: Conjunctions allow for the creation of _______ sentences.
complex
Identify a common example of a correlative conjunction.
Both…and.
What do subordinating conjunctions indicate?
Relationships between clauses, such as cause and effect or contrast.
What is the function of correlative conjunctions?
To join words or phrases that carry equal importance.
Provide an example of a sentence using a coordinating conjunction.
I’d like pizza or a salad for lunch.
What do conjunctions clarify in a sentence?
The relationships between different elements.
List some common subordinating conjunctions.
- because
- although
- if
- since
- while
- after
- before
What do correlative conjunctions emphasize?
The relationship between connected elements.
Fill in the blank: Without conjunctions, sentences may sound _______.
choppy
What is one benefit of using different conjunctions?
It varies the structure and rhythm of sentences.
True or False: Conjunctions can only be single words.
False.
What do conjunctions help avoid in writing?
The choppiness of multiple short sentences.
What is an example of a correlative conjunction pair?
Either…or.
Fill in the blank: Conjunctions are essential for _______ and expressiveness in language.
coherence
What is an example of a sentence using a subordinating conjunction?
He stayed home because he was feeling sick.
What do conjunctions provide in terms of communication?
Flexibility to express a wide range of ideas.
What is the mnemonic to remember the coordinating conjunctions?
F.A.N.B.O.Y.S.
What is a conjunction?
A: A conjunction is a part of speech used to connect words, phrases, clauses, or sentences.
What are the conjuncts of conjunctions?
A: The words, phrases, clauses, or sentences that conjunctions connect.
Why are conjunctions called connectors or linkers?
A: They join different parts of a sentence to form a coherent whole.
What is the primary function of conjunctions?
A: To provide connectivity and coherence within sentences.
How do conjunctions create complex sentences?
A: By combining multiple ideas into a single sentence.
Name the three main types of conjunctions.
A: Coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions.
What are coordinating conjunctions?
A: Conjunctions that join elements of equal grammatical rank, such as words, phrases, or clauses.
What is the mnemonic for coordinating conjunctions?
A: “F.A.N.B.O.Y.S.” (For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So).
Provide an example using “and.”
A: “He likes to read novels and watch movies.”
What does “but” indicate in a sentence?
A: Contrast or exception.
What is the function of “so”?
A: It indicates consequence or result.
Define subordinating conjunctions.
A: Conjunctions that join dependent clauses to independent clauses.
Give an example of a subordinating conjunction indicating cause.
A: “He stayed home because he was feeling sick.”
What relationship does “although” express?
A: Contrast or concession.
How do subordinating conjunctions create complex sentences?
.
A: By connecting independent and dependent clauses
Name common subordinating conjunctions.
A: Because, since, although, while, before, after.
What is the role of correlative conjunctions?
A: They work in pairs to connect elements of equal importance.
Provide an example of “either…or.”
A: “You can either eat cake or ice cream for dessert.”
What is the structure of correlative conjunctions?
A: They always travel in pairs.
How do correlative conjunctions maintain balance?
A: By ensuring parallel structure in the connected elements.
Give an example of “neither…nor.”
A: “Neither the teacher nor the students were satisfied with the results.”
What is the importance of conjunctions in writing?
A: They ensure clarity, coherence, and logical structure.
What is the role of conjunctions in sentence variety?
A: They help vary sentence structure and rhythm.
What is the role of “for” in a sentence?
A: It indicates a reason or cause.
Provide an example of a sentence using “yet.”
A: “She was tired, yet she kept working.”
How do conjunctions contribute to logical structure?
A: By showing relationships like cause and effect, contrast, and condition.
Name the subordinating conjunction that indicates simultaneous actions.
A: “While.”
Why are subordinating conjunctions important?
A: They add depth and detail by introducing dependent clauses.
Q: What are the benefits of using conjunctions?
A: Connectivity, complexity, variety, and clarity in sentences.
What are conjunctive adverbs?
A: Words that act like conjunctions to link ideas between sentences or clauses.
Provide an example of a conjunctive adverb.
A: “It was raining; nevertheless, we went to the party.”
Why is parallelism important in correlative conjunctions?
A: To maintain grammatical accuracy and clarity.
How do conjunctions improve sentence coherence?
A: By organizing ideas logically and smoothly transitioning between them.
What does “since” indicate?
A: Cause or reason.
What type of conjunction is “not only…but also”?
A: Correlative conjunction.
Provide an example of “not only…but also.”
A: “Not only did she win the race, but she also broke the record.”
What is the role of conjunctions in lists?
A: To link items smoothly, e.g., “I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
“What happens if conjunctions are omitted in writing?
A: Sentences may become choppy or disjointed.
What does “while” indicate in a sentence?
A: Simultaneity or contrast.
Name a conjunction used to present alternatives.
A: “Or.”
Q: Provide an example using “because.”
A: “She stayed inside because it was raining.”
Q: What is the role of conjunctions in comparisons?
A: They link elements to highlight similarities or differences.
Q: How do conjunctions express conditions?
A: Using words like “if” or “unless.”
Q: Provide an example using “if.”
A: “If you study hard, you will pass the exam.”
Q: Why are conjunctions critical for expressive power?
A: They allow writers to convey nuanced relationships between ideas.
Q: How do subordinating conjunctions signal importance?
A: By emphasizing the independent clause over the dependent clause.
Provide an example of “while” used as a contrast.
A: “While I prefer coffee, she prefers tea.”
: What does “whether…or” indicate?
A: Alternatives or possibilities.
Provide an example using “whether…or.”
A: “I don’t know whether to take the bus or walk.”
What is a common error with conjunctions?
A: Using them without ensuring agreement or parallel structure.
Why is clarity essential in conjunction usage?
A: To ensure the reader understands the relationships between elements.
What are adverbial conjunctions?
A: Conjunctions like “although” or “because” that function as subordinators.
How do conjunctions aid in sentence flow?
A: By linking ideas seamlessly and avoiding abrupt transitions.
What is the function of “nor”?
A: To connect negated alternatives.
Q: Provide an example using “neither…nor.”
A: “She drinks neither coffee nor tea.”
: What does “before” denote in a sentence?
A: Time or order of events.
Q: Provide an example using “after.”
A: “They went to dinner after the movie.”
How do conjunctions enhance writing style?
A: By allowing for more varied and sophisticated sentence structures.
Summarize the role of conjunctions in language.
A: Conjunctions are essential for connecting thoughts, ensuring coherence, and enriching communication in both spoken and written forms.
