Identify coordinating conjunctions

Key Notes:

🎯 1. What are Coordinating Conjunctions?

• Coordinating conjunctions are words that connect two equal parts of a sentence — like two words, phrases, or independent clauses (complete sentences).
• They help make sentences smoother and more interesting.

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🛠️ 2. The FANBOYS Trick

An easy way to remember coordinating conjunctions is with the acronym FANBOYS:

• F – For (explains reason)
  Example: I stayed home, for I was sick.
• A – And (joins similar ideas)
  Example: I like apples and oranges.
• N – Nor (joins two negative ideas)
  Example: I do not like spinach nor broccoli.
• B – But (shows contrast)
  Example: I wanted to play, but it was raining.
• O – Or (shows choice)
  Example: Do you want tea or coffee?
• Y – Yet (shows contrast, like “but”)
  Example: She was tired, yet she finished her homework.
• S – So (shows result)
  Example: I was hungry, so I ate a sandwich.

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📝 3. How to Identify Coordinating Conjunctions

• Look for two complete sentences joined together.
  • Example: I wanted to go outside, but it was too cold.
• Check if the conjunction joins two similar parts like words or phrases.
  • Example: We bought cake and cookies.
• A comma (,) often comes before the conjunction when joining two complete sentences.