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Introduction to Exercise 1 - Using coordinating conjunctions (and, but, or, so) |
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There are seven coordinating conjunctions. They are:
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.
It is easy to remember them by the acronym FANBOYS.
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Coordination conjunctions are used to link words,
phrases or clauses. For is used to introduce a reason; and for addition;
nor for negation; but and yet for contrast; or for
giving an alternative; and so for stating a result.
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When you use a coordinating conjunction to combine two independent clauses, you need to use a comma before the conjunction.
- Example: The defense attorney said that the verdict was unfair, and he vowed to appeal.
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