Business English at Work Conjunctions Use coordinating and correlative conjunctions correctly. Use correct punctuation in sentences containing coordinating and correlative conjunctions.

Business English at Work Conjunctions

Conjunctions Coordinating Conjunctions PP 15-9a Join words, phrases, or clauses that are equal in grammatical construction and importance. andorbutnor Insert a comma before a coordinating conjunction that separates two independent clauses.

Business English at Work Conjunctions Coordinating Conjunctions PP 15-9b Use but to express a contrasting idea. continued 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.

Business English at Work Conjunctions Coordinating Conjunctions PP 15-9c Use nor to make a second choice negative. continued Liz and Tony did not agree on the topics for the stress management workshop, nor did they agree on the speakers.

Business English at Work Conjunctions Coordinating Conjunctions PP 15-9d Do not use a comma before a coordinating conjunction that links two words or phrases. continued 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.

Business English at Work Conjunctions 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. continued 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.

Business English at Work Conjunctions 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

Business English at Work Conjunctions bothand eitheror neithernor not onlybut whetheror

Business English at Work Conjunctions bothand Both Nancy and Bill rode the bus to school.

Business English at Work Conjunctions eitheror Tonight, I will cook either spaghetti or pizza.

Business English at Work Conjunctions neithernor The bench is neither in the kitchen nor the bedroom.

Business English at Work Conjunctions not onlybut Jack is not only smart but funny as well.

Business English at Work Conjunctions whetheror I’m not sure whether Sam will stay or go.

Business English at Work Conjunctions either/or neither/nor both/and not 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.