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Because is used to join words or sentences that give a reason. For example:
I get good grades because I study every day.
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If is used to show a condition. For example:
If they were younger, they could go for trekking.
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So is used to show a result or an effect of something. For example:
It is very cold outside, so I brought you a jacket.
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When is used to show a particular time. For example:
When you are in London, write an e-mail to me.
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Although is used to express surprise. For example:
Although he is famous, he is humble.
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Since and for are used to give a reason. For example:
I would like to thank you, for you have done a greet job.
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Since he lost his money, he could not go to the trip.
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While is used to show a period of time. For example:
Stay in the car while I pick up the groceries.
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Until is used to show a particular point in time. For example:
I can stay out until the clock strikes 12.
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Practice Time 2
A. Fill in the blanks with suitable conjunctions from those given in brackets.
1. He reads magazines, _______________ he doesn’t like reading novels. (or/but)
2. He asked us to clean our rooms _______________ wash the dishes. (and/or)
3. Steve was very unhappy _______________ things were not going well. (if/when)
4. Shweta came into the room _______________ he was waiting. (while/so)
5. _______________ you win, you will receive a prize. (Since/If)
6. She is honest _______________ everyone trusts her. (for/so)
7. Do you like chocolate _______________ vanilla ice cream? (or/but)
8. Neha was late to the party _______________ his car broke down on the Conjunctions
highway. (because/although)
9. _______________ he was the most qualified candidate, he did not win
the elections. (When/Although)
10. They said that the film was fantastic, _______________ I watched it. (but/so)
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