Welche Konjunktion verbindet zwei Hauptsätze ohne die Wortstellung zu ändern?

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und. The correct answer is "und" because it is a coordinating conjunction (nebenordnende Konjunktion) that connects two main clauses without affecting word order. After "und," the second clause maintains its normal verb-second position.

"Weil" (because) is a subordinating conjunction that sends the conjugated verb to the end of the clause it introduces. "Dass" (that) is also a subordinating conjunction, requiring verb-final position in the subordinate clause. "Obwohl" (although) is likewise a subordinating conjunction with the same verb-final effect.

Understanding the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions is critical for German word order on the CLEP German Level 1 exam. The five main coordinating conjunctions are: und (and), oder (or), aber (but), denn (because/for), and sondern (but rather). These do not change word order. All other common conjunctions (weil, dass, obwohl, wenn, als, ob, damit, bevor, nachdem) are subordinating and require verb-final position.

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