OVERVIEW

Conjunctions are used to connect words and groups of words in a sentence.

There are two major types of conjunctions: coordinating and subordinating.

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Coordinating conjunctions join equivalent words or word groups. Conjunctions are used with commas for items in series and to avoid run-ons when joining independent clauses.

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Subordinating conjunctions make one independent clause subordinate to, or dependent on, another. Whether a comma is needed with subordinating conjunction depends on the placement and function of the subordinating conjunction. A comma is needed when the subordinating conjunction and its clause is first in the sentence. If the subordinating conjunction is between the clauses, a comma is sometimes needed to show contrast.

For more strategies related to using coordinating and subordinating conjunctions, please review the unit on coordination and subordination.

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The LearningCurve and pre/post-tests (if assigned) in this unit include questions about prepositions and conjunctions. Make sure you have reviewed prepositions as well.

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