Conjunctions
Conjunctions are joining words that connect words, phrases, or clauses. There are coordinating and subordinating conjunctions.
What You Need to Know
Key Concept Diagram
Coordinating conjunctions join equal parts: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS)
Subordinating conjunctions join unequal parts: because, although, when, if, since
Conjunctions help create complex, flowing sentences
Using varied conjunctions improves the quality of writing
Key Vocabulary
Conjunction
A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses
Coordinating conjunction
A conjunction that joins equal parts, e.g. and, but, or
Subordinating conjunction
A conjunction that introduces a dependent clause, e.g. because, although
Clause
A group of words with a subject and a verb
Knowledge Check
Select the correct answer for each question. Click "Check Answer" to see if you are right.
Question 1
Which is a coordinating conjunction?
Question 2
I wanted to go outside ___ it was raining. Which conjunction fits best?
Question 3
She studied hard ___ she passed the exam. Which shows cause and effect?
Key Concepts Summary
- ●Coordinating conjunctions join equal parts: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so (FANBOYS)
- ●Subordinating conjunctions join unequal parts: because, although, when, if, since
- ●Conjunctions help create complex, flowing sentences
- ●Using varied conjunctions improves the quality of writing