Oliver Dowden arrives for Cabinet meeting

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

• To introduce a new topic

• To add similar ideas

• To emphasize a point

• To contrast different ideas

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

• I wanted to go for a walk, but it started raining.

• I like both apples and oranges.

• He is tall and strong.

• She is not only smart but also kind.

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

• I like all fruits but bananas.

• They went to the park and the zoo.

• She is both intelligent and hardworking.

• He is not only a teacher but also a writer.

How does 'But' affect the meaning of a sentence?

• It adds additional information.

• It negates the previous statement.

• It repeats the previous idea.

• It introduces a contrast or exception.

Which sentence uses 'But' to introduce a contrasting idea?

• He is not only a musician but also a painter.

• I wanted to stay home, but I had to go to work.

• She likes both tea and coffee.

• They are going to the beach and the mountains.