32. Conjunctions

Conjunctions are words that connect words, phrases, or clauses to form longer, more complex sentences. Common examples include "and," "but," and "or". There are three main types: coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions.

A. Coordinating Conjunctions

Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance in a sentence. The seven coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so. When joining two independent clauses with a coordinating conjunction, a comma should be placed before the conjunction. 

A. Coordinating Conjunctions CLASSWORK

I. Complete each sentence with the correct conjunction: 

BUT – AND – OR – YET – SO.

1. Maria is tired, ______ she continues studying.
2. I like coffee ______ tea.
3. Would you like pizza ______ hamburgers?
4. It was raining, ______ we stayed at home.
5. John is young, ______ he is very responsible.
6. Sarah bought a notebook ______ some pencils.
7. You can take the bus ______ walk to school.
8. The test was difficult, ______ the students finished it.
9. I was hungry, ______ I made a sandwich.
10. He studied hard, ______ he didn't pass the exam.
11. My brother likes soccer ______ basketball.
12. Hurry up, ______ you will miss the bus.
13. She wanted to go to the party, ______ she was too tired.
14. We can watch a movie ______ play a game.
15. The restaurant was expensive, ______ the food was excellent.