Mastering Coordinating Conjunctions

Which of the following is a coordinating conjunction?

• Because

• And

• Although

• If

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the following sentence: "She wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining."

• She

• Wanted

• But

• Raining

Which sentence correctly uses a coordinating conjunction?

• I wanted to go to the park, or it was closed.

• He studied hard, so he passed the exam.

• She is tired, because she worked late.

• They will go to the beach, unless it rains.

Choose the sentence that uses a coordinating conjunction to connect two independent clauses.

• I like apples, and I like oranges.

• Although I like apples, I prefer oranges.

• I like apples because they are sweet.

• If I like apples, I will buy them.

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

• For

• Nor

• Yet

• Since

Fill in the blank with the correct coordinating conjunction: "I wanted to go to the concert, _____ I didn't have a ticket."

• or

• but

• so

• for

Which coordinating conjunction best completes the sentence? "He can play the guitar, _____ he cannot sing."

• and

• or

• but

• so

Select the sentence that uses a coordinating conjunction correctly.

• She is not only smart, but also kind.

• He is tired, yet he continues to work.

• I will go to the store, unless it is closed.

• They will win, if they try hard.

Which of the following sentences uses a coordinating conjunction to show contrast?

• I like tea, and I like coffee.

• She is tall, but her sister is short.

• We can go to the park, or we can stay home.

• He was hungry, so he ate a sandwich.

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the following sentence: "You can have ice cream, or you can have cake."

• You

• Can

• Or

• Have