Conjunction Junction
What does FANBOYS stand for?
For
And
Nor
But
Or
Yet
So
What is a stance? What is a claim?
Stance = the side you take in an argument
Claim= why you took that side
Use context clues to define the meaning of the unknown word:
Before we continue the meeting, let's take a brief recess to reset and use the bathroom. When we get back, we will continue the conversation.
Recess= break
Sally was already tired, yawning and stretching her arms to the sky. As she brushed her teeth and combed her hair, she thought about everything she had to do the next day for school and cheer practice. She left her bathroom. Before she settled in, she set her alarm for 6:00am. Tomorrow is going to be a big, big day!
What is Sally doing? How do you know?
Sally was getting ready for bed.
*Explanations may vary*
What is the largest animal in the world?
The Blue Whale
Combine the two sentences using the appropriate coordinating, subordinating, or correlative conjunction:
I like coffee. I do not like tea.
I like coffee, but I do not like tea.
Does the following sentence contain a stance, a claim, or both a stance & claim?
Cats are the best pet.
Stance
Use context clues to define the meaning of the unknown word:
We snuck off to the most secluded spot we could find. If we were going to take this risk, it had to be just us.
Secluded= private, not near others
John sat in the seat, put his seat belt on and pushed the pedal. He rammed into the wall. He turned around and began to laugh as he tracked through the course; shouting to his friends that he knew he will catch up. He rounded the corner, gaining on Miguel. This was the most fun he's had in ages! He revved the gas and crossed the finish line!
What was John doing? How do you know?
John was driving a go-kart/bumper car.
*Explanations may vary*
Who is Justin Bieber married to?
*Hint team __ or team Selena*
**Obviously we are team Selena
Haley Bieber
Combine the two sentences using the appropriate coordinating, subordinating, or correlative conjunction:
My sister swept the floors. I could not mop them.
Until my sister swept the floors, I could not mop them.
Does the following sentence contain a stance, a claim, or both a stance & claim?
Cellphones should be used by students in class because they can be valuable tools.
Stance & Claim
Stance- Cellphones should be used by students in class
Claim- because they can be valuable tools
Use context clues to define the meaning of the unknown word:
My teacher posted the most interesting argument topic today in class, but I don't know much about. I will have to investigate it further before I take my stance.
Investigate= to look into, to research
My mom picked up the milk and eggs from the refrigerator. The music played faintly in the background as she pushed the cart with my baby sister towards the cereal. "The list gets longer and longer each time," my mom muttered to no one in particular. She sighed and added two boxes of honey bunches of oats before crossing them off of her list. She continued about, adding things to the cart and crossing them off the list. It wasn't long before we were in the check-out line making guesses at how much it would cost.
Where is my mom? How is mom feeling and why is she feeling that way? How do you know?
Mom is at the grocery store and is feeling frustrated.
*Explanations may vary*
Who is the most followed person on TikTok?
Charli D'Amelio
Combine the two sentences using the appropriate coordinating, subordinating, or correlative conjunction:
I like ____ ice cream ___ cookies.
I like both ice cream and cookies.
Does the following sentence contain a stance, a claim, or both a stance & claim?
Because they make good companions.
Claim
Use context clues to define the meaning of the unknown word:
We have been in this training for so long, my legs have cramped up. I am going to take a quick jaunt down to the local coffee shop during our break to stretch them.
Jaunt= walk
It was very quiet when James walked inside. He was excited to see what adventures this week's picks will take him on. As he browsed the aisles, he heard the shushes and faint laughter echoing in the large room. He walked up the desk, set his current picks in the return items drawer, and went to the teen section. He checked out two new books and left with his parents. He could hardly wait to dive in!
Where is James? How is he feeling? How do you know?
James is in the library and is feeling excited to read new books.
*Explanations may vary*
Who has the most followers on Instagram?
Cristiano Ronaldo
Combine the two sentences using the appropriate coordinating, subordinating, or correlative conjunction:
____ myself ___ my best friend enjoy doing homework after school. It's the worst!
Neither myself nor my best friend enjoy doing homework after school. It's the worst!
Using the following prompt, write a stance and claim with your group:
Video games are enjoyed by many people; adults and children alike. However, video games can often depict violent scenarios which some say can be harmful and have a negative impact on young players. Do violent video games have harmful effects on children?
Video games do/do not have harmful effects on children because _______.
Use context clues to define the meaning of the unknown word:
Yesterday, there was an adoption event at the local shelter. Almost all of the animals were liberated from the shelter and left for their new homes.
Liberated= freed/set free
Jose gulped and took a deep breath. He didn't know if he was going to be able to do this. His friends talked excitedly in the background as the line moved forward, but Jose could only focus on the screaming in the background. The heat of the afternoon sun and the smell of cotton candy and popcorn turned his stomach. The attend called for his group; Jose and his friends got into place, waiting for the gates to open. He finally sat down and strapped in. It was now or never!
Where is Jose? What is he doing? How is he feeling? How do you know?
Jose is at an amusement park waiting to get on a ride. He is feeling nervous/scared.
*Explanations may vary*
In Spongebob Squarepants, what kind of animal is Squidward?
An octopus