Multiple Choice Questions
Subordinating Conjunctions
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Q. 1
Which of the following is NOT a function of subordinating conjunctions?
A
Expressing a contrast or unexpected result.B
Joining two independent clauses.C
Indicating time, cause, purpose, or condition.D
Connecting an independent clause to a dependent clause.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 2
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
SemicolonB
PeriodC
Exclamation markD
CommaClick an option to check your answer
Q. 3
Which of the following subordinating conjunctions introduces a contrast or unexpected result?
A
SinceB
AlthoughC
BecauseD
WhenClick an option to check your answer
Q. 4
In the sentence, "Although it rained, we still had a great time," what is the subordinating conjunction?
A
StillB
HadC
AlthoughD
ItClick an option to check your answer
Q. 5
Which of the following sentences contains an unnecessary redundancy with subordinating conjunctions?
A
Although it was hot outside, I turned on the air conditioning.B
After I finished the race, I was exhausted.C
Because I was hungry, I ate a sandwich.D
Since the day is warm, I'll wear a jacket.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 6
In the sentence, "I'll go to the store if I have enough money," which subordinating conjunction indicates a condition?
A
GoB
EnoughC
IfD
ToClick an option to check your answer
Q. 7
Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to express a condition or hypothesis?
A
WhileB
BecauseC
IfD
AlthoughClick an option to check your answer
Q. 8
Which of the following subordinating conjunctions indicates a purpose or intention?
A
AlthoughB
BecauseC
So thatD
SinceClick an option to check your answer
Q. 9
Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction to express a purpose?
A
He left because he was tired.B
She didn't come because of the rain.C
I studied hard so that I could pass the exam.D
Although it was late, she stayed up.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 10
Which subordinating conjunction is typically used to introduce an adverbial clause that indicates a contrast?
A
BecauseB
WhenC
WhileD
AlthoughClick an option to check your answer
Q. 11
Which subordinating conjunction is often used to express a reason or cause?
A
WhenB
AlthoughC
SinceD
WhileClick an option to check your answer
Q. 12
Which of the following sentences uses a subordinating conjunction incorrectly?
A
Although he passed the test, he didn't celebrate.B
After the storm, the sun came out.C
Because she was tired, she went to bed.D
And I studied hard, I aced the exam.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 13
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
Exclamation markB
PeriodC
SemicolonD
CommaClick an option to check your answer
Q. 14
Which subordinating conjunction is commonly used to indicate time or sequence?
A
BecauseB
WhileC
AlthoughD
IfClick an option to check your answer
Q. 15
In which type of sentence structure is a subordinating conjunction often used?
A
Run-on sentencesB
Compound sentencesC
Simple sentencesD
Complex sentencesClick an option to check your answer
Q. 16
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 can stand alone as complete sentences, while dependent clauses cannot.C
Independent clauses provide additional information, while dependent clauses contain the main idea.D
Independent clauses are never used in complex sentences.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 17
What is the role of a subordinating conjunction in forming complex sentences?
A
To separate independent clauses.B
To make the sentence shorter.C
To add redundancy to the sentence.D
To connect and provide context for the independent clause.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 18
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 connect two independent clauses, while coordinating conjunctions link two dependent clauses.D
Subordinating conjunctions are used to connect dependent and independent clauses, while coordinating conjunctions join independent clauses.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 19
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 join two dependent clauses.D
To express a contrast.Click an option to check your answer
Q. 20
Which of the following sentences correctly uses a subordinating conjunction?
A
She was tired, so she took a nap.B
Even though she was tired and she took a nap.C
She was tired and she took a nap.D
She was tired, and she took a nap.Click an option to check your answer
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