Scribd
Upload
5 views

Coordinating conjunctions are also known as

The document explains coordinating conjunctions, listing the seven main ones (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) and providing examples of their use in sentences. It also discusses correlative conjunctions and the importance of maintaining parallel structure when using them, illustrated through a classroom discussion with student interactions. The conclusion emphasizes that using parallel structures enhances clarity and organization in writing.

Uploaded by

Mia Padrigal
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
5 views

Coordinating conjunctions are also known as

The document explains coordinating conjunctions, listing the seven main ones (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so) and providing examples of their use in sentences. It also discusses correlative conjunctions and the importance of maintaining parallel structure when using them, illustrated through a classroom discussion with student interactions. The conclusion emphasizes that using parallel structures enhances clarity and organization in writing.

Uploaded by

Mia Padrigal
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOCX, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 4

Coordinating conjunctions are also known as "coordinate conjunctions.

" There are seven


coordinating conjunctions:
 For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So
(You can remember them using the mnemonic F.A.N.B.O.Y.S.)
Examples of Coordinating Conjunctions
 Lee likes sandwiches and cakes.
(Here, the coordinating conjunction "and" joins two nouns.)
 She will sing and dance.
("And" joins two verbs.)
 She must be able to sing like a rock star or dance like a ballerina.
("Or" joins two phrases)
 He's a small but aggressive dog.
("But" joins two adjectives.)
 He typed the letter quickly but accurately.
("But" joins two adverbs.)
 She must be able to sing, and she must be able to dance.
(Here, "and" joins two independent clauses, i.e., clauses that could stand alone as sentences.
This time, the coordinating conjunction "and" has a comma before it. It's because it's joining two
independent clauses. There's more on this to come.)
 The manager, his deputy, or his secretary will see you shortly.
(Here, the coordinating conjunction "or" joins three nouns. Notice the comma before "or." It's
because there are three items in the list. There's more on this to come too.)
"Yet" and "for" are quite rare nowadays. Here is an example with "yet" and one with "for":
 The best solutions are often simple yet unexpected. (Rock musician Julian Casablancas)
 He is richest who is content with the least, for content is the wealth of nature. (Greek
philosopher Socrates)
Correlative Conjunctions and Parallel Structure
"When using correlative conjunctions (either/or, neither/nor, not only/but also, both/and), it’s
important to make sure the elements being joined are of the same grammatical structure."
Let’s practice with this example. Can someone read it aloud for me?
(Student P reads aloud)
Student P: "The mall requires not only wearing face masks but also face shields."
"Nice job! Now, who can tell me what’s wrong with this sentence and how to correct it?"
(Student Q raises hand)
Student Q: "The problem is that 'not only' is joined with the verb 'wearing,' and 'but also' is
joined with a noun phrase. We need both to be the same."
"Exactly! The correct sentence should be: The mall requires wearing not only face masks but
also face shields. Now, why is this correction necessary for the sentence to be clear?"
(Pause for student responses)
Student R: "It keeps the structure balanced and easier to understand."
"Great thinking! Remember, when using correlative conjunctions, we must maintain parallel
structure."

Conclusion:
"Now that we've practiced identifying and correcting sentences with parallel structure, can
anyone explain how maintaining parallelism can improve your own writing?"
(Pause for responses)
Student S: "It makes the writing more organized and easier to follow."
"Exactly! When we use parallel structures, our writing becomes more effective and clear. Well
done, class!"

Here’s a sample discussion script with correlative conjunctions and parallel structure,
incorporating student responses:

Teacher: "Today, we’re going to talk about correlative conjunctions and parallel structure. Does
anyone remember what correlative conjunctions are?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Yes, Student A?"
Student A: "They’re pairs of conjunctions like either/or and neither/nor that connect two parts of
a sentence."
Teacher: "Great job! Exactly. Correlative conjunctions work in pairs and help us join two similar
ideas. Now, let’s talk about why parallel structure is important when using correlative
conjunctions. Can anyone tell me what parallel structure means?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Yes, Student B?"
Student B: "It’s when the two things you're connecting have the same grammatical structure,
like both being nouns or both being verbs."
Teacher: "That’s right! Parallel structure means that the elements joined by the conjunctions
must be the same grammatical type. Now, let's look at an example. Who wants to read this
sentence?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Let’s hear from Student C."
Student C: "The mall requires not only wearing face masks but also face shields."
Teacher: "Great reading! Now, who can tell me if this sentence follows the rule for parallel
structure?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Yes, Student D?"
Student D: "I think it’s wrong because wearing face masks is a verb phrase, and face shields is a
noun. So they don’t match."
Teacher: "Exactly! The sentence isn’t parallel because wearing face masks is a verb phrase, and
face shields is just a noun. How can we fix this?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Yes, Student E?"
Student E: "We can say, 'The mall requires wearing not only face masks but also face shields.'
Now, both face masks and face shields are nouns."
Teacher: "Well done! By keeping both face masks and face shields as nouns, we’ve made the
sentence parallel. Now, let's move on to another example. Who would like to read this one?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Okay, Student F."
Student F: "Either you answer your modules or attending online classes."
Teacher: "Thanks, Student F. Now, what’s wrong with this sentence? Yes, Student G?"
Student G: "It’s not parallel. Answer is a verb, but attending is a gerund, so they’re different
forms."
Teacher: "Exactly! How can we fix it?"
Student G: "You can say, 'Either you answer your modules or attend online classes.' Now, both
answer and attend are verbs."
Teacher: "Great correction! Always remember to use the same grammatical form when using
correlative conjunctions. Let’s look at one last example. Who’s ready?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Let’s go with Student H."
Student H: "For the talent contest, she neither wanted to sing nor to dance."
Teacher: "Good reading, Student H. Now, what would you change in this sentence to make it
parallel?"
(Students raise their hands)
Teacher: "Yes, Student I?"
Student I: "It should be, 'She wanted neither to sing nor to dance.' That way, both to sing and to
dance are in the infinitive form."
Teacher: "Perfect! Now the sentence is parallel. Great job, everyone! Remember, when using
correlative conjunctions like either/or or neither/nor, always make sure the words or phrases that
follow have the same grammatical structure. This will make your sentences clear and
grammatically correct."

This discussion script guides students through identifying and correcting errors in parallel
structure when using correlative conjunctions, with interactive examples and student responses.

You might also like