Conjunctions — Answer Key
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. Which conjunction best joins these sentences: 'I love reading. My brother prefers drawing.'?
A) because
B) but
C) so
D) if
Grade 4: 'but' shows contrast between two different preferences in a compound sentence.
2. Choose the best conjunction: '___ Maria was scared of heights, she climbed the rope ladder anyway.'
A) Although
B) Because
C) So
D) Or
Grade 4: 'Although' is a subordinating conjunction showing contrast at the start of a complex sentence.
3. Which conjunction fits: 'You should bring a sweater ___ it gets cold tonight after sunset.'
A) yet
B) and
C) in case
D) but
Grade 4: 'in case' acts like a subordinating conjunction expressing a possible condition to plan for.
4. Pick the correct conjunction: 'Wait at the corner ___ I come back with the car, please.'
A) because
B) or
C) until
D) but
Grade 4: 'until' is a subordinating conjunction marking the time when the waiting ends.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. The library is quiet so the children can read without distractions.
Grade 4: 'so' connects the cause (quiet library) to the result (focused reading).
2. Since you are not feeling well, you should rest at home today.
Grade 4: 'Since' can mean 'because,' giving the reason for staying home.
3. Diego wanted to go swimming, but the pool was closed for cleaning.
Grade 4: 'but' shows the contrast between his wish and the closed pool.
4. We can't go on the field trip unless we get our permission slips signed.
Grade 4: 'unless' introduces a negative condition — the field trip depends on signed slips.
5. While I was walking to school, I saw a rainbow in the sky.
Grade 4: 'While' shows two events happening at the same time in a complex sentence.