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Conjunctions

What are conjunctions?

A conjunction is a part of speech that joins two words, phrases or clauses together.

There are three types of conjunctions:

Coordinating Conjunctions	Correlative Conjunctions	Common Subordinating Conjunctions
for and nor but or yet so	either…or neither…nor not only…but also both…and whether…or	after before although though even though as much as as long as as soon as because since so that	in order that if lest even if that unless until when where whether while

Coordinating conjunctions

Coordinating conjunctions, also called coordinators, are conjunctions that connect two or more equal items.

Examples:

He plays tennis and soccer
He works quickly but accurately
You’d better do your homework, or you’ll get a terrible grade.

Correlative conjunctions

Correlative conjunctions are used in pairs.They work in pairs to coordinate two items. Examples of correlative conjunctions includeboth…and…, either…or, not only… but also…

Examples:

I didn’t know that she can neither read nor write.
You can either walk to school or take the bus.
Both Sara and James are invited to the party.
Whether you watch TV or do your homework is your decision.
Not only are they noisy but they are also lazy.

Subordinating conjunctions

Subordinating conjunctions, also called subordinators, are conjunctions that join a dependent (or subordinating) clause to an independent (or main) clause.

Examples:

He reads the newspapers after he finishes work.
Even if you get the best grade in the writing test, you’ll need to pass an oral test.
Although he is very old, he goes jogging every morning.
She didn’t go to school because she was ill.
They went to bed since it was late
As soon as the teacher had arrived, they started work.

“So”, subordinating conjunction or coordinator?

“So” is a small English word that can have different meanings. As mentioned in the table above, it is commonly used as a coordinator rather than as a subordinating conjunction. There are, however, instances when “so” may introduce purpose and in this case “so” is used as a subordinating conjunction.

Examples:

“I took my umbrella with me so I wouldn’t get wet.”
” I stayed so I could see you.”

Questions:

Level-I:

like sugar in my tea, I don’t like milk in it.
Listen to the story answer the questions in complete sentences.
Is it Thursday Friday today?
He was late the bus didn’t come.
We were very tired happy after our flight to Sydney.
They climbed the mountain it was very windy.
Lenny was watching the planes his wife was reading in the car.
I’ll text you I have arrived in Toronto.
Neither my brother my sister own a car.
The sun was warm, the wind was a bit too cool.

Level-II:

Join each pair of the following sentences by means of a suitable conjunction.

1. James smokes. His brother does not smoke.

2. Alice hasn’t come. Mary hasn’t come.

3. She speaks English. She speaks Spanish.

4. I like him. He is very sincere.

5. He did not win. He worked hard.

6. She is ill. She is cheerful.

7. We decided to go out. It was raining.

8. The piper played. The children danced.

9. James works hard. His brother is lazy.

10. I went to the shop. I bought some vegetables.

11. You must start at once. You will be late.

12. He must be tired. He has been working since morning.

Answers:

Level-I:

I like sugar in my tea, but I don’t like milk in it.
Listen to the story and answer the questions in complete sentences.
Is it Thursday or Friday today?
He was late because the bus didn’t come.
We were very tired but happy after our flight to Sydney.
They climbed the mountain although it was very windy.
While Lenny was watching the planes his wife was reading in the car.
I’ll text you after I have arrived in Toronto.
Neither my brother nor my sister own a car.
The sun was warm, yet the wind was a bit too cool.

Level-II:

1. John smokes but his brother doesn’t.

2. Neither Alice nor Mary has come.

3. She speaks English as well as Spanish. OR She speaks English and Spanish.

4. I like him because he is very sincere.

5. Though he worked hard, he did not win.

6. She is ill but she is cheerful.

7. Though it was raining we decided to go out.

8. The piper played and the children danced.

9. James works hard whereas his brother is lazy.

10. I went to the shop and bought some vegetables.

11. You must start at once; otherwise you will be late.

12. He must be tired because he has been working since morning.

Conjunctions are words that join words, phrases, or clauses together. There are five main types of conjunctions: coordinating conjunctions, correlative conjunctions, subordinating conjunctions, conjunctive adverbs, and conjunctive phrases.

Coordinating conjunctions join words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The seven coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so.

Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words that join words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The three correlative conjunctions are either/or, neither/nor, and both/and.

Subordinating conjunctions join a dependent clause to an independent clause. The subordinating conjunctions are after, although, as, as if, as long as, as soon as, because, before, even though, if, since, so that, though, unless, until, when, where, while, and why.

Conjunctive adverbs are adverbs that join independent clauses and express a relationship between the clauses. The conjunctive adverbs are accordingly, also, besides, consequently, conversely, finally, furthermore, however, in addition, indeed, instead, likewise, meanwhile, moreover, nevertheless, next, nonetheless, on the other hand, otherwise, similarly, still, then, therefore, thus, and yet.

Conjunctive phrases are phrases that join independent clauses and express a relationship between the clauses. The conjunctive phrases are as a result, for example, in fact, in other words, on the contrary, on the other hand, to put it another way, and therefore.

Conjunctions are an important part of grammar. They help us to connect our thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise way. Without conjunctions, our writing would be choppy and difficult to read.

Here are some examples of how conjunctions are used in sentences:

I like to eat pizza, and I also like to eat ice cream. (Coordinating conjunction)
Either you go to bed now, or I will tell your parents. (Correlative conjunction)
I went to the store because I needed to buy some milk. (Subordinating conjunction)
I was tired, so I went to bed early. (Conjunctive adverb)
I went to the store, for I needed to buy some milk. (Conjunctive phrase)

Conjunctions are a vital part of the English language. They help us to connect our thoughts and ideas in a clear and concise way. Without conjunctions, our writing would be choppy and difficult to read.

What is a conjunction?
A conjunction is a word that joins words, phrases, or clauses together.
What are the different types of conjunctions?
There are three main types of conjunctions: coordinating conjunctions, correlative conjunctions, and subordinating conjunctions.
What are coordinating conjunctions?
Coordinating conjunctions join words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The seven coordinating conjunctions are for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so.
What are correlative conjunctions?
Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words that join words, phrases, or clauses of equal importance. The correlative conjunctions are either/or, neither/nor, both/and, and so on.
What are subordinating conjunctions?
Subordinating conjunctions join a dependent clause to an independent clause. The subordinating conjunctions are after, although, as, as if, as long as, as soon as, because, before, even though, if, in order that, since, so that, though, unless, until, when, where, while, why, and if only.
What are the functions of conjunctions?
Conjunctions can be used to join words, phrases, or clauses together. They can also be used to show the relationship between the words, phrases, or clauses that they join.
What are some examples of conjunctions in use?
Some examples of conjunctions in use are:
“I like to eat pizza and ice cream.”
“I went to the store, but I forgot to buy milk.”
“Either you go to bed, or I’ll call your parents.”
“Neither John nor Mary is going to the party.”
“Both Tom and Dick are going to the party.”
“I will go to the store as soon as I finish my homework.”
“I will go to the store because I need to buy milk.”
“I will go to the store if you give me a ride.”
“I will go to the store even though I don’t want to.”
“I will go to the store if you ask me nicely.”
“I will go to the store unless you tell me not to.”
“I will go to the store until you stop me.”
“I will go to the store when you tell me to.”
“I will go to the store where you tell me to.”
“I will go to the store while you wait for me.”
“I will go to the store why you tell me to.”
“I will go to the store if only you would ask me.”
What are some common errors with conjunctions?
Some common errors with conjunctions include using the wrong type of conjunction, using a conjunction when a comma is needed, and using a conjunction when a semicolon is needed.
How can I avoid common errors with conjunctions?
You can avoid common errors with conjunctions by carefully reading your work and making sure that you are using the correct type of conjunction. You should also make sure that you are using a comma or semicolon when necessary.
What are some Resources for Learning more about conjunctions?
Some resources for learning more about conjunctions include grammar books, online resources, and tutoring.

Which of the following is a coordinating conjunction?
(A) and
(B) but
(C) or
(D) nor
(E) for
Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?
(A) and
(B) but
(C) or
(D) nor
(E) since
Which of the following is a correlative conjunction?
(A) either/or
(B) neither/nor
(C) both/and
(D) so/that
(E) if/then
Which of the following is a conjunctive adverb?
(A) however
(B) therefore
(C) nevertheless
(D) moreover
(E) consequently
Which of the following is a preposition?
(A) in
(B) on
(C) at
(D) by
(E) of
Which of the following is an adverb?
(A) quickly
(B) slowly
(C) quietly
(D) loudly
(E) happily
Which of the following is an Adjective?
(A) big
(B) small
(C) tall
(D) short
(E) red
Which of the following is a Noun?
(A) boy
(B) girl
(C) dog
(D) cat
(E) house
Which of the following is a verb?
(A) run
(B) jump
(C) swim
(D) dance
(E) sing
Which of the following is a Pronoun?
(A) I
(B) you
(C) he
(D) she
(E) it