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Let us understand the use of coordinating conjunctions.

♦ For (explains why)

y Can you please carry this bag, for I already have two other bags in my hands.
y I need to buy some winter clothes, for it will be winter soon.
♦ And (meaning in addition to)
y They came and helped me.
y We reached the station and caught the train.
y Start the work and finish it soon.
♦ But (shows contrast)

y You can go there, but you cannot meet him.

y We had to walk five kilometres to reach the temple, but we were happy.
y I’m sorry, but I cannot help you.
♦ Or (shows choice, alternative or advice)
y Work hard or you’ll fail the exam. (advice)
y You can opt for science or commerce. (alternative)
y She may wait or go home. (option)
y He should either join this company or start his own business. (alternative)

♦ Nor (means and not)

y I am not fond of football nor cricket.
y I cannot meet you now nor later.
♦ Yet (means despite something)
y He is poor, yet honest.
y She earns a lot, yet she doesn’t seem to be happy.
♦ So (gives reason)

y He was hungry, so he ate up all the cake.
y The programme was cancelled, so I spent the day at home.

A. Join each pair of sentences using a suitable coordinating conjunction.

1. Hurry up. You’ll miss the train.

2. He is learned. He is experienced.

3. I like milk. I like fruit juice more.

4. I woke up late. I forgot to set my alarm.

5. I stayed up late last night. I am tired today.

6. He has got enough pizza. He’ll not share it.

7. It snowed for three days. The roads were all blocked.

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