CONJUNCTIONS

(Used for CONNECTING TWO WORDS or A GROUP OF WORDS)

and -
Example:
Peter and Mario are friends.

moreover –
Example:
He is nice; moreover, he is rich.

both –
Example:
The two girls are nice, both are promising.

and both –
Example:
Kathy and Cindy prepared well and both performed at par.

and, not only that, but also -

Example:
Conchita and Cory are well liked and, not only that, but also appreciated.

and also –
Example:
Kitty and Jelly are twins and also very identical.

as well as –
Example:
The leader, as well as his subordinates, is ready.

furthermore; moreover; in addition –

Examples:
I am frustrated; furthermore, I lost my enthusiasm already.
I have collected so many already; moreover, I want some more.
Tell me what you want; in addition, you may suggest your own idea.

besides -
Example:
We need to prepare well; besides, this is our final evaluation.

likewise –
Example:
I was instructed to lead, likewise Celso.
but -
Example:
I want to join, but I have no money.

yet –
Example:
You won, yet you look sad.

nevertheless –
Example:
I admitted; nevertheless, I am still guilty.

still –
Example:
I have acquired the skill; still, I need more practice.

however –
Example:
I know the answer; however, I did not recite.

or –
Example:
You may use the new one or the old one.

either or –
Example:
It is either two or three.

neither nor –
Example:
I think neither Cosme nor Alexander will accept the tasks.

or else –
Example:
Please obey, or else you might lose your job.

otherwise –
Example:
Please accept the offer; otherwise, it will be given to another.

accordingly –
Example:
The students submitted their projects; accordingly, the teacher gave them grades.
consequently –
Example:
The play started; consequently, the crowd grew bigger.

hence; thus; then –

Examples:
You did your best; hence, you were applauded.
We are only three in the group; thus, we need to be stronger.
He was ahead by twenty minutes thus won.
They ate first then packed up.
They drafted the letter first, then they finalized it.

so –
Example:
There was an accident, so traffic became tighter.

therefore –
Example:
Since we are complete in number; therefore, we may start.

only –
Example:
He is capable; only, he is lazy.

again –
Example:
He was our sponsor; again, he volunteered.

sometimes –
Example:
Cooky always brings umbrella, sometimes he forgets.

that –
Example:
I realized that I hurt you.

when –
Example:
I arrived when you were out.

where –
Example:
That place is memorable where I grew up with a stranger.
how –
Example:
Cora realized how she loves her boyfriend.

why –
Example:
You are the reason why I live.

since –
Example:
I am inspired since I met you.

for -
Example:
I discussed lengthily for I know you are interested.

because –
Example:
I am late because I did a favor for a friend.

so that; in order -
Examples:
I recited once only so that others will have a chance, too.
I intervened in order to pacify you.

if –
Example:
Let me know, if you need it.

provided that; on condition that; unless –

Examples:
I will entrust them to you provided that you will take care of them.
You may join on condition that you will cooperate.
You will not pass unless you improve.

although; though; even if; even though –

Examples:
I will accept your idea, although I am not convinced.
Let’s go though it is raining.
We will start even if we are not yet complete.
We will use it even though it is expired.

notwithstanding -
Example:
We need to present him, notwithstanding he is not the choice.
before –
Example:
The two students always drop by my office before they go home.

while -
Example:
You may sit down while waiting for me.

until –
Example:
You may wait until my boss arrived.

as soon as –
Example:
Escort the guest as soon as you see him.

as –
Example:
Silence was felt as the procession proceeded.

whether or not –
Example:
The show will go on whether or not the tickets were sold.

Exercises A

Instructions: Supply the blank spaces with correct conjunctions and punctuation marks, if
needed.

1.Tentay is the owner _________________ and manager.

2.She performs office tasks ________________ she does personal errands.
3.Kelly and Sally are __________________ smart.
4.Do extra works ____________________ those prescribed ones.
5.Move a little __________________ others can see.
6.Consider all ______________________ some are not there.
7.We appreciate __________________ you make us feel important.
8.Stay there _____________________ you are instructed.
9.I baked a cake __________________ I know you like it.
10.I closed the shop ___________________ I felt bad.
11.She is very understanding __________________ she gets angry, too.
12.Terry was jealous _____________________ she got few sympathizers only.
13.The residents went to the place __________________ the DSWD personnel
distributed financial aids.
14.Follow my instructions _____________________ you will not receive credits.
15.It would be better __________________ you will stay for a while.
16.I will allow you here __________________ you were not invited.
17.Please stay with Alice ______________________ you will not get lost.
18.I want you to listen well _________________ you need to follow.
19.I will let you join _______________________ you are not interested.
20.Allow all to work __________________ you have trained them.

Congratulations!!!

Exercises B

Instructions: Supply the blank spaces with correct conjunctions and punctuation marks, if
needed.

1.I still remember that place _____________________ I encountered a gang.

2.I need to go now ________________________ to catch up with my client.
3.Celso preferred to stay __________________ he is sick.
4.She cried loudly ________________ the audience was shocked.
5.Stay put there _____________________ the fire is out.
6.Tita submitted a good piece ____________________ she won.
7.The students did good jobs ___________________ the mentor gave them good grades.
8.You please prepare the draft ____________________ rewrite it for improvement.
9.Attend the flag ceremony ______________________ you might be charged.
10.The policemen arrived immediately ________________ the suspect was arrested.
11.They initiated the project _____________________ funded it.
12.The guest _________________________ the participants is ready.
13.I need your help ____________________ I trust that you will extend extra efforts to me.
14.I believe this is the best ___________________ for an entry ______________ for exhibit.
15.Let us give the girls and boys the same items _________________ will be comfortable.
16.I submitted early ________________ I did not win.
17.I did not win ___________________ I feel like the champion.
18.They drew a tree __________________ they colored it.
19.He left his family _________________ his children are still very young.
20.I won ________________ I am not satisfied with it.

Congratulations!!!

Exercises C

Instructions: Supply the blank spaces with correct conjunctions and punctuation marks, if
needed.

1.I will deliver it to you ____________________ you decide to buy.

2.Review your work __________________ others are still busy.
3.Susie is intelligent ___________________ she is selfish.
4.Inform me ______________________ you agreed.
5.I need to send my message __________________ the group decides.
6.You need to decline ____________________ you are prepared.
7.I will lend you my phone _______________________ you will take care of it.
8.Don’t aspire for more __________________ others may not have any more.
9.You may take all _______________________ you share with them.
10.You may adopt the twins _____________________ provide their needs.
11.He bought the best materials ____________________ it turned out to be the winner.
12.__________________ Tonio ____________ Dorio planned to join us as they are busy.
13.I will share my excess with the poor __________________ it will be to my disadvantage.
14.Follow the leader __________________ obey him, too.
15.I will dismiss you _________________ it is almost time.
16.Kevin donated a big amount __________________ he is also in need.
17.He noticed the danger ______________ he climbed up the post.
18.You need my help ___________________ you are just observing.
19.Join me ____________________ you are comfortable.
20.She proceeded __________________ the warning.

Congratulations!!!