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Grammar Exercise: Conjunctions (And, But, Or)
Coordinating conjunctions like and, but, and or are used to connect ideas and make your sentences clearer and more natural. In this exercise, you’ll practice choosing the correct conjunction to complete each sentence. Read the sentences carefully and select the right word. Then, click the button to check your answers.
(Before doing the exercises, you may want to read the lesson on conjunctions)
What Do These Conjunctions Mean?
Before you start the exercise below, take a moment to understand how the conjunctions and, but, and or are used.
To help you, try this quick matching activity: match each conjunction to its correct meaning.
| Conjunctions | Meanings |
|---|---|
| A. And | 1. shows contrast or an unexpected result. |
| B. But | 2. adds information or connects similar ideas. |
| C. Or | 3. shows a choice or alternative. |
B. 1 – But → Example: He is very rich, but he lives a simple life.
A. 2 – And → Example: She plays the guitar and sings beautifully.
C. 3 – Or → Example: Would you like tea or coffee?
