Choose The Correct Conjunction To Complete The Sentence
This quiz assesses the ability to correctly use conjunctions in sentences, enhancing written communication skills. It is ideal for learners aiming to improve their grammar proficiency in English.
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Receptionists must be able to relay information ______ pass messages accurately.
- A.
Or
- B.
And
- C.
But
- D.
Because
Correct Answer
B. AndExplanation
The word "and" is the correct answer because it indicates that receptionists must be able to both relay information and pass messages accurately. This implies that both tasks are equally important and must be performed by receptionists.Rate this question:
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- 2.
I did not attend the party ______ I have to take care of my sister.
- A.
Until
- B.
Because
- C.
So
- D.
But
Correct Answer
B. BecauseExplanation
The correct answer is "because" because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between not attending the party and having to take care of the sister. The person's responsibility for their sister is the reason they did not attend the party.Rate this question:
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Falcis is the head of the Political Science Society ______ the Oratorical and Debate Council.
- A.
As
- B.
Or
- C.
And
- D.
But
Correct Answer
C. AndExplanation
The correct answer is "and". The word "and" is used to connect two different entities or groups, indicating that Falcis holds the position of the head of both the Political Science Society and the Oratorical and Debate Council.Rate this question:
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Read over your answers ______ correct all mistakes before you pass them up.
- A.
Or
- B.
And
- C.
Because
- D.
While
Correct Answer
B. AndExplanation
In this sentence, the word "and" is the correct answer because it is used to connect two actions together. The phrase "read over your answers" and "correct all mistakes" are two separate actions that need to be done before passing them up. The word "and" is used to show that both actions should be completed.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Keep the food covered ______ the flies will contaminate it.
- A.
Or
- B.
And
- C.
Until
- D.
Though
Correct Answer
A. OrExplanation
The correct answer is "or" because it indicates that the food should be kept covered to prevent flies from contaminating it, but it also implies that there may be other ways to prevent contamination.Rate this question:
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______ he looks feeble, he is strong.
- A.
But
- B.
As
- C.
Though
- D.
Because
Correct Answer
C. ThoughExplanation
The correct answer is "though". This conjunction is used to introduce a contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this sentence, it suggests that despite the person's feeble appearance, they are actually strong.Rate this question:
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They had an unpleasant experience ______ she was staying in Ate Nene’s room.
- A.
But
- B.
And
- C.
Because
- D.
While
Correct Answer
D. WhileExplanation
The correct answer is "while". This conjunction is used to indicate that two actions or events were happening at the same time. In this case, the person had an unpleasant experience while staying in Ate Nene's room, implying that the experience occurred during their stay.Rate this question:
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The committee rejected the proposal ______ they did not think it was practical.
- A.
Or
- B.
But
- C.
Though
- D.
Because
Correct Answer
D. BecauseExplanation
The correct answer is "because" because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between the committee rejecting the proposal and their belief that it was not practical. It implies that the reason for rejecting the proposal was their perception of its impracticality.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Claire welcomed his guests ______ offered them drinks.
- A.
And
- B.
While
- C.
Until
- D.
As
Correct Answer
A. AndExplanation
The correct answer is "and" because it indicates that Claire both welcomed her guests and offered them drinks. It shows that these two actions happened sequentially and are connected.Rate this question:
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- 10.
These rooms are very comfortable _______ they have a good view of the city.
- A.
Also
- B.
And
- C.
Still
- D.
As
Correct Answer
B. AndExplanation
The word "and" is the correct answer because it connects the idea of the rooms being comfortable with the fact that they have a good view of the city. It implies that both aspects are true and reinforces the idea that the rooms are desirable due to their comfort and view.Rate this question:
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