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Conjunction Meaning Example sentence

and adds information I got dressed and left for
school.

but offers a contrast I wanted to go to the beach but
she wanted to go to the hills.

or presents an alternative You can have an ice cream or
or a choice a brownie.

for means ‘because’; explains I will be late today for I am
reason or purpose working late.

nor removes alternatives Gayatri does not like the
mountains nor the beach.

yet introduces a contrasting Hardeep worked hard, yet he
idea could not clear the exam.

so means ‘as a result’ It was raining so we stayed
indoors.

A. Choose the correct option to complete each sentence.

1. He is young but and he is intelligent.

2. I usually walk to school but and today I went on my bike.

3. I like music nor so I am learning to play the guitar.

4. Work hard or so you will not score good grades.

5. I was tired so nor I went to sleep early.

6. I’m sorry but and I can’t help you.

7. She left and nor I remained behind.

8. He gave me a bright smile for and left the hall.

9. Shall we walk or for go by car?

10. Come here and nor sit beside me.

11. I went to sleep early for or I was very tired.

12. Should we go by bus or but go by train?

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