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What is the primary function of the word 'But' in a sentence?

• To contrast different ideas

• To emphasize a point

• To list items

• To add similar ideas

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'But' to contrast ideas?

• He is not only smart but also kind.

• She is tall, but she is a good basketball player.

• I like apples, but I also like oranges.

• They went to the park, but it was closed.

In which context is 'But' used to introduce an exception?

• When emphasizing a point

• When showing a contrast

• When adding similar ideas

• When listing items

How does 'But' function in the sentence: 'I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining'?

• It emphasizes the first idea

• It lists items

• It introduces a contrast

• It adds a similar idea

Which sentence uses 'But' to show a contrast between two actions?

• They went to the store and bought groceries.

• He wanted to play, but he had homework to do.

• I like both tea and coffee.

• She is not only a singer but also a dancer.