Coordinating Conjunction

Introduction

        Coordinating conjunction by Julina Mae Mugot

      Conjunctions are an integral part of the English language. If used properly, they can improve almost any type of writing. From business writing to academic writing, conjunctions help create better sentences.We often use conjunctions in speech without realizing it. In writing, they can be effectively used in lieu of starting a new sentence. The proper use of conjunctions allows for more natural flow and rhythm in your writing. The improper use of conjunctions often results in writing that sounds choppy and disjointed.

      This Webquests is helpful for students in studying coordinating conjunction.

Task

• What is coordinating conjunction?
• FANBOYS stand for?
• Students will do some exercises that test their understanding of conjunction
• Students will provide their own sentences using conjunction

Process

Before you start. Listen and Watch this video. Here's the link 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_yarxGq1Ens

The 7 coordinating conjunctions are short, simple words. They have only two or three letters. There's an easy way to remember them - their initials spell "FANBOYS", like this:

 

For more information just click this links:

http://www.esl.ph/lessons/grammar/conjunction/coordinating-conjunctions.html

http://english.tutorvista.com/grammar/coordinating-conjunctions.html

http://www.chompchomp.com/terms/coordinatingconjunction.htm

https://www.englishclub.com/grammar/conjunctions-coordinating.htm

http://grammar.yourdictionary.com/parts-of-speech/conjunctions/coordinating-conjunctions.html

TRY IT: Try answering this filling the right conjunction on the spaces.

1. Jaewon was cold,             he put on a coat.

2. Maria tried to read a novel in French,           it was too difficult.

3. To get from Vancouver to Victoria, you can fly,            you can ride the ferry.

4. I bought a bottle of wine,            we drank it together.

5. The waiter was not very nice,            the food was delicious.

6. I went to buy a Rolling Stones CD,          the shop didn't have it.

7. Anna needed some money,            she took a part-time job.

8. There's so much rain lately! Maybe it's because of El Nino,            maybe it's just coincidence.

9. Julie has a guitar,              she plays it really well.

10. The concert was cancelled,               we went to a nightclub instead.

NOTE: MAKE YOUR OWN SENTENCES USING COORDINATING CONJUNCTIONS

Evaluation

Conclusion

The Coordinating Conjunction

       Coordinating conjunctions join words, phrases and clauses of equal importance. Commas are used before coordinating conjunctions that join independent clauses. Carefully note, however, that commas are used only when there is a new subject - or when the subject on the first clause is restated.

Recognize a coordinating conjunction when you see one.

And, but, for, nor, or, so, and yet—these are the seven coordinating conjunctions. To remember all seven, you might want to learn one of these acronyms: FANBOYS (for,and,nor,but,or,yet,so)

 

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