MCQs on Conjunctions

[Set - 1]

1. Choose the correct conjunction to complete the sentence: "I will go to the party, _______ I don't feel like it."

A) but
B) or
C) because
D) so

Correct Answer: A) but
Explanation: The conjunction “but” is used to introduce a contrasting statement or an exception to the previous clause. In this sentence, it shows the contrast between the willingness to go to the party and the lack of desire to do so.

2. Identify the correct conjunction to join these sentences: "She studied hard. She didn't pass the exam."

A) if
B) and
C) because
D) although

Correct Answer: D) although
Explanation: “Although” is used to introduce a clause that contrasts with the main clause. Here, it shows the unexpected outcome of not passing the exam despite studying hard.

3. Which conjunction best completes the sentence? "I will call you _______ I arrive."

A) when
B) until
C) since
D) before

Correct Answer: A) when
Explanation: The conjunction “when” is used to indicate a specific time something will happen. In this case, it specifies the time of calling.

4. Choose the conjunction that fits best: "He can't come to the phone right now, _______ he's busy."

A) so
B) because
C) and
D) or

Correct Answer: B) because
Explanation: “Because” is used to provide a reason for something. Here, it explains why he can’t come to the phone.

5. Select the correct conjunction to complete the sentence: "Would you prefer tea _______ coffee?"

A) and
B) but
C) or
D) so

Correct Answer: C) or
Explanation: “Or” is used to offer a choice between two or more options. In this sentence, it presents a choice between tea and coffee.

6. Identify the correct conjunction to use: "She wanted to go out, _______ it was raining."

A) but
B) and
C) if
D) because

Correct Answer: A) but
Explanation: The conjunction “but” is used to express a contrast between the desire to go out and the reality of the rain.

7. Choose the conjunction that best fits: "We can leave now _______ wait for him."

A) nor
B) and
C) or
D) so

Correct Answer: C) or
Explanation: “Or” is used here to present two alternative actions: leaving now or waiting for him.

8. Select the correct conjunction: "She was tired _______ she kept working."

A) and
B) but
C) because
D) so

Correct Answer: B) but
Explanation: “But” is used to contrast two opposing ideas: being tired and continuing to work.

9. Which conjunction correctly completes the sentence? "We stayed indoors _______ it was snowing heavily."

A) and
B) so
C) because
D) or

Correct Answer: C) because
Explanation: “Because” explains the reason for staying indoors, which is the heavy snowfall.

10. Choose the correct conjunction: "He will not succeed _______ he tries hard."

A) unless
B) if
C) or
D) but

Correct Answer: A) unless
Explanation: “Unless” is used to introduce a condition that must be met for something else to happen. Here, success is conditional on trying hard.

11. Identify the correct conjunction: "I will visit you _______ I'm in town."

A) if
B) since
C) although
D) or

Correct Answer: A) if
Explanation: “If” is used to introduce a condition. The visit depends on being in town.

12. Select the appropriate conjunction: "She is both intelligent _______ hardworking."

A) or
B) and
C) but
D) nor

Correct Answer: B) and
Explanation: “And” is used to connect two positive qualities, showing that she possesses both intelligence and hardworking nature.

13. Choose the conjunction that fits: "You can have ice cream _______ you finish your dinner."

A) but
B) or
C) after
D) unless

Correct Answer: C) after
Explanation: “After” indicates that one event will follow another, specifying the order of actions.

14. Select the correct conjunction: "I have been to Japan _______ I have never been to China."

A) but
B) and
C) because
D) so

Correct Answer: A) but
Explanation: “But” is used to contrast two statements: having visited Japan and not having visited China.

15. Identify the correct conjunction: "She sings beautifully, _______ she is shy."

A) so
B) and
C) yet
D) or

Correct Answer: C) yet
Explanation: “Yet” is used to introduce a surprising contrast. Despite her shyness, she sings beautifully.

16. Choose the correct conjunction: "I want to travel _______ I don't have enough money."

A) so
B) because
C) but
D) or

Correct Answer: C) but
Explanation: “But” is used to show contrast between the desire to travel and the lack of money.

17. Select the appropriate conjunction: "He must have been tired, _______ he still played well."

A) so
B) or
C) because
D) although

Correct Answer: D) although
Explanation: “Although” is used to introduce a surprising fact. Despite being tired, he played well.

18. Choose the conjunction that completes the sentence: "She didn't want to go, _______ she had to."

A) so
B) but
C) and
D) because

Correct Answer: B) but
Explanation: “But” is used to contrast her desire not to go with the necessity of going.

19. Identify the conjunction that fits best: "I'll call you _______ I get home."

A) if
B) and
C) so
D) when

Correct Answer: D) when
Explanation: “When” indicates the specific time at which the action (calling) will take place.

20. Select the correct conjunction: "He is talented _______ lacks discipline."

A) and
B) but
C) so
D) or

Correct Answer: B) but
Explanation: “But” is used to show contrast between his talent and lack of discipline.

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