Classes of Conjunctions Questions and Answers

This set of English Grammar Exercises (MCQs) focuses on “Classes of Conjunctions”.

1. Find out the conjunction in the sentence.

He got a new pencil and a pen.

a) He
b) got
c) new pencil
d) and
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Answer: d
Explanation: The word ‘and’ is used as a Conjunction. It is used to link two words. These type of conjunctions are called Coordinating Conjunction. It is generally used to join words or phrases. It is also called as a coordinator sometimes.

2. Find out the conjunction in the sentence.

I will be there for you whenever you need me.
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a) I
b) will be
c) whenever
d) you
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Answer: c
Explanation: The word ‘whenever’ is used as a Conjunction. This is an example of Subordinating Conjunction. It is used to join a subordinate clause to the main clause.

3. Find out the conjunction in the sentence.

You can have either a tea or a coffee.

a) You
b) either or
c) a tea
d) a coffee
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Answer: b
Explanation: The word ‘either/or’ is used as Conjunction. It is an example of Correlative Conjunction. It is used to express the choices or alternative conditions in the sentence.

4. Find out the conjunction in the sentence.

He could be sitting in the library or in the class.
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a) He
b) could be
c) sitting
d) or
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Answer: d
Explanation: The words ‘or’ are used as Conjunction. It is a Coordinating Conjunction. It is used to show two alternative conditions in the sentence. It is used to link two phrases.

5. Find out the conjunction in the sentence.

As far as I know, Ricky is a good singer.
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a) As far as
b) I
c) know
d) Ricky
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Answer: a
Explanation: The phrase ‘as far as’ are used as a Conjunction. It is linking a subordinate clause with a main clause. These type of conjunctions are called Subordinating Conjunctions.

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