Scribd
Upload
22 views

Conjunctions and Interjections7

This PDF file offers a comprehensive exploration of conjunctions, diving into the various types and their functions within sentences. It covers coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions, providing clear definitions, examples, and usage tips. Whether you're a student looking to improve your writing skills or an educator seeking a reliable resource, this file serves as an essential guide to mastering the art of connecting words, phrases, and clauses effectively.

Uploaded by

ninoshelamae20
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
Available Formats
Download as PPT, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
22 views

Conjunctions and Interjections7

This PDF file offers a comprehensive exploration of conjunctions, diving into the various types and their functions within sentences. It covers coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions, providing clear definitions, examples, and usage tips. Whether you're a student looking to improve your writing skills or an educator seeking a reliable resource, this file serves as an essential guide to mastering the art of connecting words, phrases, and clauses effectively.

Uploaded by

ninoshelamae20
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
Available Formats
Download as PPT, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 27

Conjunctions

and
Interjections
What is a Conjunction?
• A conjunction is like glue. It helps things to stick together.

• A conjunction joins words, phrases, and sentences, which


are called clauses.
What is a Conjunction?
• Conjunctions join two or more words.

Example: I went to the store to buy eggs, milk, and bread.


What is a Conjunction?
• Conjunctions can join two prepositional phrases.

Ex. I went skiing down the hill and past the trees.
What is a Conjunction?
• Conjunctions can connect two clauses or sentences.
• When two sentences are joined, a comma MUST be
placed before the conjunction.

Ex. I played cards for awhile, but then I played chess.


Types of Conjunctions
• One type of conjunction is the coordinating conjunction.
• They connect words, phrases, and clauses, which are
sentences.
• They connect things of equal value.
(This means that they would connect a noun with another noun or a
prepositional phrase with another prepositional phrase.)
Types of Conjunctions
• There are seven coordinating conjunctions: Use
FANBOYS to remember

for and nor but

or yet so
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “And” connects things that are alike or joined together.
• Ex. I want popcorn and pizza.
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the
meaning of your sentence.
• “But” is used to connect things that are
different or separated.
• Ex. I want popcorn but not pizza.
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “Or” is used to offer a choice.
• Ex. Do I want popcorn or pizza?
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “Nor” is used to offer a negative choice.
• Ex. I do not want popcorn nor pizza.
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “Yet” is used to show a change. When it is used to
combine two sentences, you must put a comma before it.
• Ex. I want popcorn, yet I also want pizza.
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “So” is used to show a relationship between things.
When it is used to combine two sentences, you must put
a comma before it.
• Ex. I want popcorn, so I made some.
Types of Conjunctions
• Coordinating conjunctions affect the meaning of your
sentence.
• “For” is also used to show a relationship between things.
When it is used to combine two sentences, you must put
a comma before it.
• Ex. I ordered a pizza, for I was hungry.
Types of Conjunctions
• Another type of conjunction is called correlative conjunctions.
• Correlative conjunctions connect words, phrases, and clauses,
which are sentences.
• Correlative conjunctions connect things of equal value.
(This means that they will connect a verb with another verb or a
sentence with another sentence.)
Types of Conjunctions
• Correlative Conjunctions are not single words. They work in
pairs.
• There are five pairs of correlative conjunctions:

both….and whether….or neither….nor

not only….but also either….or


Examples of Correlative Conjunctions
I saw both the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State
Building.
Examples of Correlative Conjunctions
I don’t want neither pickles nor tomato on my hamburger.
Examples of Correlative Conjunctions
I don’t know whether to play baseball or to play basketball
this year.
Examples of Correlative Conjunctions
Either the student or the teacher can answer the question.
Examples of Correlative Conjunctions
Not only do I play the flute, but I also play the clarinet.
Complete each sentence using the 1.I plan to take my vacation _________ in June
subordinating conjunction from the _________ in July. (whether / or, either / or, as / if)
parenthesis: 2._________ I’m feeling happy _________ sad, I try to
keep a positive attitude. (either / or, whether / or,
1.I visit the Grand Canyon _________ I go to when / I’m)
Arizona. (once, whenever, wherever) 3._________ had I taken my shoes off _________ I
2.This is the place _________ we stayed last time found out we had to leave again. (no sooner / than,
we visited. (where, when, how) rather / than, whether / or)
3._________ you win first place, you will receive a 4._________ only is dark chocolate delicious,
prize. (wherever, if, unless) _________ it can be healthy. (whether / or, not / but,
4.You won’t pass the test _________ you study. just as / so)
(when, if, unless) 5._________ I have salad for dinner,
5.I could not get a seat, _________ I came early. _____________________I can have ice cream for
(as, though, when) dessert. (if /then, when / than, whether / or)
6.We are leaving Wednesday _________ or not it 6._________ flowers _________ trees grow _________
rains. (if, whether, though) during warm weather. (not only / or, both / and,
7.Pay attention to your work _________ you will not / but)
not make mistakes. (so that, unless, or) 7._________ do we enjoy summer vacation, _________
8.The musicians delivered a rousing we _________ enjoy winter break. (whether / or, not
performance _________ they had rehearsed only / but also, either / or)
often. (though, as, once) 8.Calculus is _________ easy _________ difficult
9.She’s honest _________ everyone trusts her. (if, _________ (not / but, both / and, either / or)
so, when) 9.It’s _________ going to rain _________ snow tonight.
10.Write this down _________ you forget. (or, (as / if, either / or, as / as)
Complete each sentence using the correct Complete each sentence using the correct
coordinating conjunction from the parenthesis: coordinating conjunctive adverb from the
parenthesis:
1.Bianca wore her rain boots; _________, her feet
1.My car has a radio _________ a CD player. (but, stayed dry during the storm. (however, therefore,
or, and) on the other hand)
2.Sharon hates to listen to rap music, _________ 2.I love the color red; _________, this shade seems a
will she tolerate heavy metal. (but, nor, or) little too bright. (therefore, nonetheless, in fact)
3.Carol wanted to drive to Colorado, _________ Bill 3.You have to be on time; _________, you’ll miss the
insisted that they fly. (and, or, but) train. (nonetheless, however, otherwise)
4.I’m afraid of heights, _________ I appreciate the 4.Teresa likes to read; _________, her sister Julia
view from the top of this building. (and, yet, nor) prefers to watch TV. (however, in contrast, again)
5.I have to be on time, _________ my boss will be 5.She really wanted to eat ice cream; _________,
annoyed if I’m late. (and, nor, for) she had a salad. (however, likewise, instead)
6.Do you like chocolate _________ vanilla ice cream 6.We were working hard; _________, Jill and Jerry
better? (or, nor, and) were lounging by the pool. (meanwhile, instead,
7.I have to go to work at six, _________ I’m waking therefore)
up at four. (but, so, yet) 7.He is a weak leader; _________, he has plenty of
8.I was on time, _________ everyone else was late. supporters. (otherwise, moreover, nevertheless)
(so, but, for) 8.She has an incredible voice; _________, she will go
9.Nadia doesn’t like to drive, _________ she takes far in her music career. (otherwise, undoubtedly,
the bus everywhere. (but, yet, so) similarly)
10.Our trip to the museum was interesting, 9.Natalie wanted to make pie but didn’t have
_________ there were several new artifacts on apples; _________, she decided to bake a cake.
What is an Interjection?
• An interjection is something that interrupts a sentence.
• It is something that also expresses your emotions like
happiness, fear, anger, or pain.
• Some examples of interjections are:
ouch, wow, uh oh, oh no, gosh, shhhh
Punctuating Interjections
• If an interjection is spoken calmly, simply put a comma
after it and continue the sentence.

Ex. Shhh, the baby is sleeping.

Ex. Oh my, I dropped my pencil.


Punctuating Interjections
• If an interjection is spoken with more emotion, it is
followed by an exclamation point. The next word is then
capitalized.

Ex. Ouch! I just cut my finger.

Ex. He scored the winning touchdown. Wow!

You might also like