Question

question 1 (1 point)
the word \because\ is a coordinating conjunction.
○true
○false
question 2 (1 point)
two clauses in a compound sentence must be able to stand alone as sentences.
○true
○false
question 3 (5 points)
match each coordinating conjunction with its main meaning.
column a column b

1. ___ for a. while
2. ___ and b. since
3. ___ nor c. after
4. ___ but d. shows contrast
5. ___ or e. adds information

f. explains reason
g. gives a negative option
h. gives a choice
i. because

Explanation:

• For Question 1: "Because" is a subordinating conjunction, not a coordinating conjunction. Coordinating conjunctions are for joining equal parts (e.g., "and", "but", "or").
• For Question 2: A compound sentence is made of two independent clauses. Independent clauses can stand alone as sentences.
• For Question 3:
• "For" often explains a reason (similar to "because" in some contexts).
• "And" adds information.
• "Nor" gives a negative option (usually used with "neither").
• "But" shows contrast.
• "Or" gives a choice.

Answer:

• Question 1: False
• Question 2: True
• Question 3:
• 1. f
• 2. e
• 3. g
• 4. d
• 5. h