Coordination
The grammatical linking of equal elements using coordinating conjunctions. Coordination creates parallel relationships between ideas of equal importance.
Real World
Nike's slogan 'Just Do It' uses asyndetic coordination (no conjunction) for punchy brevity, while Barack Obama's tricolon 'Yes we can' builds rhythm through repeated coordination.
Exam Focus
Distinguish syndetic from asyndetic coordination, name the conjunction used, and explain how the pairing or listing shapes the reader's response.
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