Conjunctions: 5 practice questions

1. ___ it was raining heavily, the pupils still came to school.

   1. Although
   2. Because
   3. So
   4. Or
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   Answer: A. Although

   'Although' joins two contrasting ideas.

2. Manka passed the exam ___ she studied hard.

   1. but
   2. because
   3. or
   4. although
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   Answer: B. because

   'Because' gives the reason.

3. You will not enter ___ you knock first.

   1. and
   2. unless
   3. so
   4. but
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   Answer: B. unless

   'Unless' means 'if... not'.

4. Which conjunction is subordinating?

   1. and
   2. but
   3. or
   4. when
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   Answer: D. when

   'When' introduces a dependent idea; and/but/or are coordinating.

5. Arrange the words to make one sentence.

   Write your answer, then check below.

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   Answer:

   'Before' links the two actions in order.

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