Conjunctions

Words that join other words,

phrases, or clauses in a sentence.
Coordinating
Conjunctions

includes for, and, nor, but, or,

yet, and so
(FANBOYS)
Coordinating Conjunctions Meanings

for reason
and addition
nor addition (none of them)
but contrast
or choice
yet contrast
so effect
 Examples Meanings
Mother is happy for I am healthy. reason
She places fruits and sandwiches in my lunch bag. addition
addition (none of
She does not want me to be absent nor late in class. them)

My father is a quiet person but loves to laugh out loud. contrast

On, weekends, we stay at home or visit my grandparents. choice

My brother does not want pets, yet he always feed the chicken in
contrast
my grandpa’s farm.

Father notice this, so we started a small poultry business. effect

SPOT ME!!
A. Circle the conjunction in these sentences. Tell
what the conjunctions express.
SPOT ME!!
B. Insert the proper coordinating conjunction in
each phrase.
SPOT ME!!
C. Read these sentences carefully. Then, write the
appropriate conjunctions in the blanks.
SPOT ME!!
D.