Conjunctions

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Conjunctions
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• Coordinating Conjunctions

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• For
• And
• Nor
• But
• Or
• Yet
• So

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• Def A coordinating conjunction connects words,
  groups of words, or whole sentences

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• Connecting nouns The stew needs more onions and
  carrots.
• Connecting pronouns Give the message to him or
  me.

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• Connecting verbs He would not eat or sleep.
• Connecting adjectives The runner was exhausted
  but victorious.

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• Connecting Adverbs Mark spoke clearly and
  forcefully.
• Connecting Prepositional Phrases The gardener
  works with great care yet without pleasure.

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Coordinating Conjunctions

• Connecting Sentences Sandy missed the bus, so
  we took her home.

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Write the coordinating conjunction in each
sentence.

• Taylor and Allison drew pictures for the art
  contest.
• I was grounded, so I couldnt talk on the phone.
• I needed paper, a pen, and a notebook for class.
• I washed and ironed the blouse.
• Jason or Sam will pitch today.
• Did you like your peanut butter and jelly
  sandwich?
• Can you carry those boxes, or should I help you?
• Did you recognize him or her?
• The cashmere sweater was fluffy and warm.
• Janine ran strongly and quickly in the half
  marathon.

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• Correlative Conjunctions

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Correlative Conjunctions

• Def Correlative conjunctions are pairs of
  conjunctions that connect words or word groups

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Correlative Conjunctions

• Joining Nouns At the party, Jen served both
  hamburgers and hot dogs.
• Joining Pronouns Mom wants to know whether you
  or I will set the table.

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Correlative Conjunctions

• Joining Verbs Danny not only entered but also
  won the marathon.
• Joining Adjectives The house was neither
  attractive nor affordable.

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Correlative Conjunctions

• Joining Adverbs He spoke both rapidly and
  clearly.
• Joining Prepositional Phrases You will find the
  books you need either on reserve or in the
  reference room.

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Correlative Conjunctions

• Joining Sentences Not only did we bake the
  pies, but we also sold them.

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Write the pair of correlative conjunctions in
each sentence.

1. Neither Kim nor Beth read that book.
2. Both Mom and Dad go to conferences.
3. Luis not only hit a home run, but also hit a
   triple.
4. Either you must clean your room, or I will.
5. Rico cant decide whether to ride the bus or walk
   to school.
6. The dog is both scary and cute.
7. I not only take care of the dog but also the cat.
8. Either Barbara or Carrie will make the speech.
9. Not only Franklin but also Matt made the honor
   roll.
10. Kathy must decide whether to baby-sit or go with
    her friends.

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• Subordinating Conjunctions

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Subordinating Conjunctions

• Def A subordinating conjunction connects the
  dependent clause of the sentence to the
  independent clause

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Subordinating Conjunctions

• After Although
• Because Before
• If Since
• So Though
• Unless Until
• When Whenever
• Where Wherever
• While

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Subordinating Conjunctions

• 1. Until you finish your homework, dont turn on
  the television.
• 2. If you are a serious traveler, you should
  carry the right gear.
• 3. Although you may not know her name, please
  introduce yourself.

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Subordinating Conjunctions

• 1. Barbara will decorate for the party while I
  wrap the presents.
• 2. I will pay you for the work when you finish.
• 3. Please hurry and get dressed before the
  visitors arrive.

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Write the subordinating conjunction in each
sentence.

1. After we eat dinner, you can go to the mall.
2. I like to run outside when the weather is cool.
3. Since you are going to Florida, please bring me a
   souvenir.
4. Jack will get a new cell phone unless it costs
   too much.
5. While you were at the park, your parents called.
6. Susan will find you wherever you are.
7. Sarah and Sheila hope to make lasagna if they
   have the correct ingredients.
8. Although Mark was ready for the test, he thought
   he failed it.