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2 Correlative conjunctions
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1. Complete the sentences with the most suitable correlative conjunctions.

neither… nor • both… and • not only… but also • either… or

a. When we got there, we saw lots of new

commitments to get back on track
promises to reduce methane and phase out coal.

b. Environmentalists believe that the

commitments promises to keep our
climate as safe as possible for future generations mean
nothing without the action to back them up.

c. Stand up, take action! If you are willing to make a difference, you can start today. You can
join the march at the town park make banners.

d. As committed citizens we won’t let anyone forget the decisions taken at this summit.
the general public our leaders will have the opportunity to shut their
eyes to the matter.

2. Say if the following sentences are grammatically right () or wrong () and correct
the wrong ones.
a. Not only is this crisis humanitarian but it is also environmental and economic.

b. An ecosystem is a system where either living things or non-living things function

together as a unit.

c. Future generations have the right to live in an environment that is either threatening
or dangerous.

3. Join the sentences using the conjunctions in brackets. Make the necessary changes.
a. The owner of the solar panels company is an entrepreneur. He is a man of responsibility.
(both… and)

b. He doesn’t know how to deal with the domestic waste issue. He won’t accept any help in
solving it. (neither… nor)

c. Let’s start helping the planet. From now on we’ll go to school by bike or on foot. (either… or)

d. According to the weather report, it’s going to snow and rain tomorrow. (not only… but also)

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