I'm not sure I'm sending this the correct way, but here goes. I have two questions: 1. This came up in a class yesterday--when a sentence begins with a coordinating conjunction, e.g., but, is it still considered a coordinating conjunction? 2. What do you think is the best textbook for an upper division grammar class for future teachers--considering what they'll actually have to teach in junior high or high school? Thanks, Sandie