Conjunctions Usage Exercises

Conjunctions are words that connect clauses or sentences. They are an essential part of sentence structure and can help make your writing more clear and concise. In this section, we'll explore some common conjunctions and their usage.

Common Conjunctions

Here are some of the most common conjunctions:

• And: Used to connect words, phrases, or clauses.
• But: Used to introduce a contrast.
• Or: Used to introduce an alternative.
• So: Used to introduce a result.
• Because: Used to introduce a reason.
• Although: Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with another.

Example Sentences

Here are some example sentences using different conjunctions:

• And: She likes to read books and watch movies.
• But: I wanted to go to the beach, but it rained all day.
• Or: You can have tea or coffee.
• So: She was tired, so she went to bed early.
• Because: He studied hard, because he wanted to pass the exam.
• Although: Although it was raining, we still went for a walk.

Practice Exercises

To practice using conjunctions, try completing the following sentences:

1. ___________ I wanted to go to the park, ___________ it was too crowded.
2. ___________ she was hungry, ___________ she decided to eat lunch.
3. ___________ he had a lot of homework, ___________ he still managed to finish it on time.

Further Reading

If you want to learn more about conjunctions, you can read our comprehensive guide on Conjunctions.

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