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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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