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C oordination . “Do the thing you are afraid to do and the death of fear is certain.” Ralph Waldo Emerson . C O O R D I N A T I O N.
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Coordination “Do the thing you are afraid to do and the death of fear is certain.” Ralph Waldo Emerson
C O O R D I N A T I O N
When you coordinate two or more sentences, you are actually connecting two or more complete ideas. There are several ways to do this. • ONE, by using a semicolon: • To interview for a job is not difficult; the trick is to be well prepared.
Two, by using a comma plus coordinating conjunction • The answer is simple, so you should finish the puzzle quickly.
Three, by using a semicolon and conjunctive adverb • Every student should develop his self-discipline; furthermore, he should extend his spirit of initiative.
The next couple of slides, demonstrate how you should use these particular conjunctions. . . . because each conjunction is used for a particular purpose .
For addition • Courtesy means proper etiquette, and it is crucial for effective communication. • Courtesy means proper etiquette; moreover, it is a crucial for an effective communication. (also, additionally, furthermore)
RESULT • The store was closed, so we were unable to buy the necessary food items. • The store was closed; consequently, we were unable to buy the necessary food items. • (thus, therefore, hence, subsequently) any of these words would also fit in the above sentence.
Contrast • The game was long, but it ended in a storm of controversy. • The game was long ; however, it ended in a storm of controversy. • (nevertheless, nonetheless)
Option • You may begin to work today, or you can begin digging that twenty foot ditch tomorrow. • You may begin to work today; on the other hand, you can begin digging that twenty foot ditch tomorrow.
Reason • Their family business is successful, for they work consistently and honestly. • Their family business is successful because they work consistently and honestly.
C O O R D I N A T I O N Assignment: Write a compound sentence with each of the following words. This is a total of 18 sentences. Remember to punctuate accordingly.