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Q. 1
Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to express a condition or hypothesis?
A
While
B
Because
C
If
D
Although
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Q. 2
Which correlative conjunction is used to emphasize both elements in a sentence?
A
Either...or
B
Not only...but also
C
Both...and
D
Neither...nor
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Q. 3
Which of the following sentences demonstrates correct usage of "both...and"?
A
Both my brother and my sister are studying.
B
Both my brother and sister are studying.
C
Both my brother is studying and my sister is dancing.
D
Both my brother and my sister are studying and.
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Q. 4
Which correlative conjunction indicates a situation of uncertainty or a decision to be made?
A
Not only...but also
B
Either...or
C
Both...and
D
Whether...or
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Q. 5
What is the role of a subordinating conjunction in forming complex sentences?
A
To connect and provide context for the independent clause.
B
To make the sentence shorter.
C
To add redundancy to the sentence.
D
To separate independent clauses.
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Q. 6
What is the primary difference between subordinating and coordinating conjunctions?
A
Subordinating conjunctions join independent clauses, while coordinating conjunctions introduce dependent clauses.
B
Subordinating conjunctions and coordinating conjunctions have the same function in a sentence.
C
Subordinating conjunctions are used to connect dependent and independent clauses, while coordinating conjunctions join independent clauses.
D
Subordinating conjunctions connect two independent clauses, while coordinating conjunctions link two dependent clauses.
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Q. 7
When using "as...as" as a correlative conjunction, what does it typically indicate?
A
Negation
B
Choice
C
Contrast
D
Comparison or similarity
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Q. 8
Which of the following sentences correctly uses "as...as" for comparison?
A
The cake tastes as sweet as.
B
She sings as beautifully as her sister.
C
John is as good as playing the guitar as his brother.
D
This movie is as long as my friend's.
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Q. 9
Which subordinating conjunction is often used to express a reason or cause?
A
Although
B
While
C
When
D
Since
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Q. 10
Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction incorrectly?
A
And I studied hard, I aced the exam.
B
After the storm, the sun came out.
C
Because she was tired, she went to bed.
D
Although he passed the test, he didn't celebrate.
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Q. 11
Which of the following sentences uses "either...or" incorrectly?
A
Either you study for the exam or you'll fail.
B
You can either eat your dinner or your dessert.
C
Either Jane and Mary will attend the party.
D
You can either have ice cream or pie for dessert.
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Q. 12
Which subordinating conjunction is typically used to introduce an adverbial clause that indicates a contrast?
A
While
B
Although
C
When
D
Because
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Q. 13
Which correlative conjunction is used for making comparisons?
A
Not only...but also
B
As...as
C
Both...and
D
Whether...or
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Q. 14
What is the primary role of subordinating conjunctions in a sentence?
A
To connect two independent clauses.
B
To connect an independent clause to a dependent clause.
C
To express a contrast.
D
To join two dependent clauses.
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Q. 15
Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction to express a purpose?
A
I studied hard so that I could pass the exam.
B
She didn't come because of the rain.
C
Although it was late, she stayed up.
D
He left because he was tired.
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Q. 16
What is the function of coordinating conjunctions in compound sentences?
A
Join unrelated elements.
B
Create complex sentences.
C
Connect independent clauses.
D
Introduce dependent clauses.
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Q. 17
What do correlative conjunctions help establish in sentences?
A
Contrast
B
Parallel structure
C
Causality
D
Punctuation
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Q. 18
Which of the following is NOT a function of subordinating conjunctions?
A
Connecting an independent clause to a dependent clause.
B
Joining two independent clauses.
C
Indicating time, cause, purpose, or condition.
D
Expressing a contrast or unexpected result.
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Q. 19
Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to indicate time or sequence?
A
If
B
Because
C
Although
D
While
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Q. 20
Which correlative conjunction is used to express a negative idea, suggesting that both options are not true or valid?
A
Not only...but also
B
Either...or
C
Both...and
D
Neither...nor
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Q. 21
Which of the following subordinating conjunctions indicates a purpose or intention?
A
So that
B
Although
C
Since
D
Because
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Q. 22
In which type of sentence structure is a subordinating conjunction often used?
A
Simple sentences
B
Complex sentences
C
Run-on sentences
D
Compound sentences
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Q. 23
Which of the following subordinating conjunctions introduces a contrast or unexpected result?
A
Since
B
Although
C
When
D
Because
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Q. 24
Which of the following sentences contains an unnecessary redundancy with subordinating conjunctions?
A
Since the day is warm, I'll wear a jacket.
B
Because I was hungry, I ate a sandwich.
C
After I finished the race, I was exhausted.
D
Although it was hot outside, I turned on the air conditioning.
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Q. 25
Which of the following sentences correctly uses "either...or"?
A
Both you and I can either go to the concert.
B
Either I will go to the party and stay home.
C
Either you study hard or you will fail the exam.
D
Neither the cat either the dog is in the garden.
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Q. 26
Which correlative conjunction indicates that neither of the options is true or valid, expressing a negative idea?
A
Both...and
B
Either...or
C
Neither...nor
D
Not only...but also
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Q. 27
In the sentence, "I'll go to the store if I have enough money," which subordinating conjunction indicates a condition?
A
If
B
To
C
Go
D
Enough
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Q. 28
Which of the following sentences correctly uses "neither...nor"?
A
Neither Jane or Mark can swim.
B
Neither the cat or the dog are outside.
C
Neither she nor he likes ice cream.
D
Neither the book nor the magazine is interesting.
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Q. 29
Which of the following sentences correctly uses a subordinating conjunction?
A
Even though she was tired and she took a nap.
B
She was tired and she took a nap.
C
She was tired, so she took a nap.
D
She was tired, and she took a nap.
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Q. 30
What do correlative conjunctions do in a sentence?
A
Separate words and phrases
B
Express causality
C
Modify adjectives
D
Join elements in a balanced manner
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Q. 31
In the sentence, "Although it rained, we still had a great time," what is the subordinating conjunction?
A
Although
B
Had
C
Still
D
It
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Q. 32
What is the difference between an independent clause and a dependent clause in a complex sentence?
A
Independent clauses always begin with a subordinating conjunction, while dependent clauses don't.
B
Independent clauses are never used in complex sentences.
C
Independent clauses can stand alone as complete sentences, while dependent clauses cannot.
D
Independent clauses provide additional information, while dependent clauses contain the main idea.
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Q. 33
What punctuation mark is often used to separate an introductory dependent clause from an independent clause when a subordinating conjunction is used at the beginning of a sentence?
A
Period
B
Comma
C
Semicolon
D
Exclamation mark
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Q. 34
In the sentence, "John is as tall as his brother," what is being compared?
A
John's height to his brother's height
B
John's height to someone other than his brother
C
John's age to his brother's age
D
John's height to his own height
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Q. 35
What is the purpose of "whether...or" in a sentence?
A
To present a choice or decision
B
To express certainty
C
To indicate contrast
D
To convey similarity
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Q. 36
In the sentence, "I couldn't decide whether to take the bus or the train," what does "whether...or" introduce?
A
A comparison
B
A contrast
C
A negation
D
A choice
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Q. 37
When using an introductory subordinating conjunction at the beginning of a sentence, which punctuation mark is often used to separate the dependent clause from the independent clause?
A
Comma
B
Period
C
Semicolon
D
Exclamation mark
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Q. 38
Which correlative conjunction is used to present a choice between two alternatives?
A
Neither...nor
B
Either...or
C
Both...and
D
Not only...but also
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Q. 39
What should be avoided when using correlative conjunctions?
A
Redundancy or repetition
B
Balance in sentence structure
C
Clear choices between options
D
Punctuation
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Q. 40
In the sentence, "She is not only smart but also funny," what is emphasized by the correlative conjunction "not only...but also"?
A
Both her intelligence and humor
B
Her humor
C
Her intelligence
D
Neither her intelligence nor her humor
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