Basic conjunction practice

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English
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11th Grade
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John Sikorski
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The team was determined to win, ... their opponents were equally motivated.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'but' because it contrasts the team's determination to win with the fact that their opponents were equally motivated, indicating a conflict between the two sides' motivations.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
She had meticulously prepared for the interview, ... she felt confident walking into the room.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'so' because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship. Her meticulous preparation led to her confidence, making 'so' the appropriate conjunction to connect these ideas.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The project was running behind schedule, ... we had to work overtime to meet the deadline.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'so' because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship. The project was behind schedule, so working overtime was necessary to meet the deadline.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
He was hesitant to speak up, ... he feared it might cause unnecessary tension.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'because' as it explains the reason for his hesitation. He feared that speaking up might lead to unnecessary tension, indicating a cause-and-effect relationship.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The restaurant had a stunning view of the city, ... the food was quite underwhelming.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'but' because it contrasts the stunning view with the underwhelming food, indicating a shift from a positive to a negative aspect. 'And' would imply both are positive, while 'so' and 'because' do not fit the context.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The train was delayed ... of a technical malfunction on the tracks.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'because' as it indicates the reason for the train delay, which is due to a technical malfunction on the tracks. The other options do not appropriately convey this causal relationship.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
I appreciate your efforts, ... they did not fully meet the requirements of the task.
and
but
so
because
Answer explanation
The correct choice is 'but' because it contrasts the appreciation of efforts with the fact that they did not fully meet the requirements, indicating a limitation despite the positive acknowledgment.
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