What is a conjunction?
A conjunction is a word that joins words, phrases, or sentences. It helps ideas connect smoothly. There are 3 main types of conjunctions which are the coordinating conjunctions ( FANBOYS), subordinating conjunctions and correlative conjunctions. Now let's learn each type with easy examples and do some practices to get clear understanding.- I like tea and coffee.
- She is very happy because she just won an award.
- He was very sick yet he still came to work yesterday.
Coordinating Conjunctions
1️⃣ F – For (Reason / Because) : Shows reason or explanation. Formal; often used in writing.
Structure [ Sentence + , for + reason ]
- I decided to stay at home, for it was snowing.
- She was happy, for she got a new car for her birthday.
- They stopped playing, for it was raining heavily.
- I slept early, for I was tired.
- I like apples and oranges.
- My sister cooked dinner and washed dishes.
- He started the car, and he drove away.
- They studied hard, and we passed the test.
- I do not like green tea, nor do I like coffee.
- They didn’t call me, nor did they text me.
- He is not tall, nor is he strong.
- It is not cold, nor is it windy.
- I am tired, but I will work.
- She is young, but very smart.
- He tried hard, but he failed.
- I want to go, but it is raining.
- Do you want tea or coffee?
- Study now, or you will fail.
- We can walk or take a taxi.
- Stay here or come with me.
- He is rich, yet unhappy.
- She studied hard, yet failed the test.
- The food is cheap, yet delicious.
But = normal contrast
Yet = surprising contrast
7️⃣ S – So (Result / Effect) : Shows result or consequence.
- I was hungry, so I ate.
- It rained heavily, so school closed.
- She was late, so the teacher was angry.
- I studied hard, so I passed.
Commonly used Conjunctions
Because : used to link the reason to the cause.- I stayed at home because it was raining.
- She is absent today because she is sick.
- He failed in the exam because he didn't review the lesson.
- It is very hot because the light was out.
Although or even though : link two opposite ideas.
- Although it was cold, she went swimming.
- He still finished his work although he was very tired.
- He still runs his business although the economy is not good.
So : used to link the cause or reason to the result.
- I was tired, so I went to bed.
- ROZA tried to study hard so she passed the exam with good result.
- It is very cold in the room so I turned off the AC.
Before (earlier time) : Something happens earlier.
- Wash your hands before you eat.
- She had locked the door before she left.
- Before he sang the song, he had played the guitar.
After (later time) : Something happens later.
- We had dinner after the class.
- I'll call back to you after I finish my class.
- The plane crashed after took off.
As (reason or time) : Can mean because or when.
- I stayed quiet as the baby was sleeping.
- As it moves, it makes loud noise.
- He is very tired now as he have been working so hard.
Until (up to a time) : Something continues up to a time.
- Wait here until I come back.
- Don't leave until the bell rings.
As soon as (immediate time) : Something happens immediately.
- Call me as soon as you arrive.
- As soon as fell of the building, he died.
When (time) : Talks about a time.
- I was happy when I saw you.
- When I'm stressed, I normally go to the countryside.
While (at the same time) : Two actions happen together.
- While teacher was explaining, his marker dropped.
- She was cooking while he was studying.
As long as (condition) : Means if or for a period.
- As long as it stop, I will not go out.
- You can stay as long as you are quiet.
📝 Subordinating Conjunctions - Multiple Choice Questions
Focus: because, although, as soon as, as long as, until, after, before, when, while, as
Choose the correct answer.
1. I stayed home ___ I was feeling sick.
A. although
B. because
C. while
D. until
2. ___ she was tired, she finished her homework.
A. Because
B. Although
C. After
D. When
3. Call me ___ you arrive at the airport.
A. as soon as
B. although
C. while
D. until
4. You can play outside ___ you finish your homework.
A. while
B. although
C. as long as
D. because
5. Wait here ___ I come back.
A. until
B. although
C. because
D. as soon as
6. We went home ___ the movie ended.
A. before
B. while
C. after
D. because
7. Brush your teeth ___ you go to bed.
A. while
B. before
C. although
D. as
8. She smiled ___ she saw her teacher.
A. although
B. when
C. until
D. although
9. He was listening to music ___ doing his homework.
A. although
B. as soon as
C. while
D. until
10. ___ I was walking, it started to rain.
A. Because
B. While
C. Until
D. After
11. I helped him ___ he was my friend.
A. although
B. because
C. until
D. while
12. ___ she finished eating, she washed the dishes.
A. After
B. Before
C. Because
D. Although
13. Turn off the lights ___ you leave the room.
A. after
B. because
C. before
D. while
14. I was happy ___ I heard the good news.
A. although
B. when
C. until
D. while
15. He kept running ___ he reached the finish line.
A. while
B. until
C. although
D. because
16. ___ she was young, she was very brave.
A. Because
B. As
C. Until
D. After
17. I will stay here ___ you need my help.
A. as long as
B. although
C. after
D. when
18. The baby cried ___ she was hungry.
A. while
B. because
C. until
D. although
19. ___ the teacher was speaking, the students were quiet.
A. Although
B. While
C. Because
D. Until
20. I started cooking ___ my mother came home.
A. when
B. although
C. until
D. as long as
✅ Answer Key
B – becauseB – although
A – as soon as
C – as long as
A – until
C – after
B – before
B – when
C – while
B – while
B – because
A – after
C – before
B – when
B – until
B – as
A – as long as
B – because
B – while
A – when
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Interactive Practice - FANBOYS
Subordinating Conjunction Practice
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