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Business English at Work
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Use coordinating and correlative conjunctions correctly.
Use correct punctuation in sentences containing coordinating and correlative conjunctions.
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Coordinating Conjunctions
PP 15-9a
Join words, phrases, or clauses that are equal in grammatical construction and importance.
and or but nor
Insert a comma before a coordinating conjunction that separates two independent clauses.
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Coordinating Conjunctions
PP 15-9b
Use but to express a contrasting idea.
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Business owners usually enjoy their work, but they can become the victims of burnout.
Use and to show an addition. Your thoughts and reactions to events can affect your health.
Use or to indicate a choice. Lee copes with stress by exercising or by making jokes.
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PP 15-9c
Use nor to make a second choice negative.
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Liz and Tony did not agree on the topics for the stress management workshop, nor did they agree on the speakers.
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Coordinating Conjunctions
PP 15-9d
Do not use a comma before a coordinating conjunction that links two words or phrases.
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Relaxation can add happiness and fulfillment into your daily routine.
Do not use a comma before a conjunction if the material following the conjunction is not a complete sentence.Losing your temper may get attention but usually makes the situation worse.
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Coordinating Conjunctions
PP 15-9e
Use commas to separate three or more words, phrases, or clauses in a series.Include a comma before the coordinating conjunction.
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Ways to reduce stress include yoga, meditation, and exercise. Do not place a comma after the last item in a series. Joanne usually chooses soup, salad, or a pasta dish for lunch.
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Correlative Conjunctions
PP 15-10a
Join words, phrases, and sentences of equal importance.Appear in pairs, and both parts receive the same attention.
both/and
either/or
whether/or
neither/nor
not only/but
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both andeither or
neither nornot only butwhether or
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both and
Both Nancy and Bill rode the bus to school.
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either or
Tonight, I will cook either spaghetti or pizza.
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neither nor
The bench is neither in the kitchennor the bedroom.
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not only
but
Jack is not only smart but funny as well.
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whether
or
I’m not sure whether Sam will stay or go.
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either/or neither/nor both/andnot only/but also whether/or not/but as/as
1. ________ Zack_____ Zilpha want to go to the fair.
2. I’m not sure _________ the homework is due today ____ tomorrow.
3. In order to learn, a student must __________listen closely _________ understand.
4. The Coopers will go to the beach __________In June __________ in August.
5. The library is ______ close _______ the museum.
6. It’s _______ about how you look _______ how you act.