What Are Conjunctions?

Conjunctions are words that join two parts of a sentence together. They help us make our writing clearer and more interesting. Think of conjunctions as little connectors that link ideas!

Examples of Conjunctions

Here are some common conjunctions:

  • And: We use this to add information.Example: I like apples and oranges.
  • But: We use this to show a contrast.Example: I wanted to play outside, but it started to rain.
  • Or: We use this to give choices.Example: Would you like tea or coffee?
  • Because: We use this to explain reasons.Example: I wore a coat because it was cold.

Why Use Conjunctions?

Using conjunctions helps us:

  1. Make longer sentences that sound better.
  2. Show how ideas are related.
  3. Avoid repetition in our writing.

Key Rules for Using Conjunctions

  1. Use a comma before the conjunction when joining two independent clauses (complete sentences).Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it was raining.
  2. Don’t use a comma if you are joining two simple phrases.Example: I like pizza and pasta.
  3. Remember the meaning of the conjunction to use it correctly!

Tips and Tricks

  • Practice joining sentences with different conjunctions.
  • Read your sentences out loud to see if they sound smooth.
  • Try to use a variety of conjunctions in your writing.

Let’s Practice!

Easy Level Questions (Complete the sentences with a conjunction)

  1. I like to read, _______ I also enjoy drawing.
  2. Do you want ice cream _______ cake?
  3. She is tired, _______ she wants to play.
  4. It was sunny, _______ we stayed indoors.
  5. I have a pet dog _______ a pet cat.
  6. We can go to the park _______ we can stay home.
  7. He is good at soccer, _______ he doesn’t like it.
  8. I want to watch a movie _______ I need to finish my homework.
  9. You can choose the blue shirt _______ the red one.
  10. The dog barked _______ the cat ran away.

Medium Level Questions (Choose the correct conjunction)

  1. I like chocolate, _______ I don’t eat it often. (and / but)
  2. You can have a biscuit, _______ you can have some fruit. (or / because)
  3. She studied hard, _______ she passed the test. (and / so)
  4. I was hungry, _______ I made a sandwich. (but / so)
  5. The weather was nice, _______ we went to the beach. (and / although)
  6. He wanted to play outside, _______ it was too cold. (and / but)
  7. I have math homework, _______ I need to finish it. (but / so)
  8. Would you like tea, _______ would you prefer coffee? (or / and)
  9. I ran fast, _______ I missed the bus. (and / but)
  10. She is nice, _______ she can be a bit silly. (but / because)

Hard Level Questions (Rewrite the sentences using conjunctions)

  1. I wanted to go swimming. It was too cold.
  2. She has a pet hamster. She also has a pet rabbit.
  3. You can play outside. You can play video games.
  4. The cake was delicious. I ate too much.
  5. It was raining. We decided to go for a walk.
  6. He loves to ride his bike. He is scared of hills.
  7. I finished my homework. I went to bed early.
  8. The cat is sleeping. The dog is barking.
  9. She studied for the test. She wanted to do well.
  10. I enjoy reading books. I like watching movies too.

Answers

Easy Level Answers

  1. and
  2. or
  3. but
  4. but
  5. and
  6. or
  7. but
  8. but
  9. or
  10. and

Medium Level Answers

  1. but
  2. or
  3. so
  4. so
  5. and
  6. but
  7. so
  8. or
  9. but
  10. but

Hard Level Answers

  1. I wanted to go swimming, but it was too cold.
  2. She has a pet hamster and a pet rabbit.
  3. You can play outside or play video games.
  4. The cake was delicious, but I ate too much.
  5. It was raining, so we decided to go for a walk.
  6. He loves to ride his bike, but he is scared of hills.
  7. I finished my homework, so I went to bed early.
  8. The cat is sleeping, but the dog is barking.
  9. She studied for the test because she wanted to do well.
  10. I enjoy reading books and watching movies too.

By practicing conjunctions, you will become a better writer! Happy learning!