Fanboys Quiz: Conjunction Challenge

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    I'm going to buy a new computer. However, I can't decide if I should buy an Asus _____ a Mac.

    • And
    • But
    • So
    • Or
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FANBOYS Quiz: and, but, so, or. The words you insert in a sentence can either give it meaning or dilute the intended meaning. Conjunctions link words together in a sentence. In the quiz provided, you will get a chance to test how good you are when it comes to knowing which of the four conjunctions provided is perfect for completing the incomplete sentences below. Give it a try!

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  • 2. 

    I have a car, _________ I'm going to walk to school today.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. But
    Explanation
    The word "but" is used to show contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this sentence, the speaker states that they have a car, however, they are choosing to walk to school instead. The use of "but" indicates that the speaker is making a different choice despite having the means to drive.

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  • 3. 

    Today at the gym, I lifted weights, _________ I ran on the treadmill.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. And
    Explanation
    The word "and" is the correct answer because it is used to connect two actions that occurred in sequence. The sentence suggests that the person lifted weights and then ran on the treadmill at the gym.

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  • 4. 

    I didn't know what was wrong with me, ________ I went to the doctor.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • For

    Correct Answer
    A. So
    Explanation
    The word "so" is the correct answer because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship between not knowing what was wrong and going to the doctor. The sentence suggests that the speaker sought medical help because they were unsure of their condition.

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  • 5. 

    I had to wake up early today, _________ I still stayed up late watching Game of Thrones last night.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. But
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "but" because it indicates a contrast between having to wake up early and staying up late watching Game of Thrones. The word "but" is used to connect two contrasting ideas or actions in a sentence. In this case, it shows that despite the need to wake up early, the person still chose to stay up late.

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  • 6. 

    I'm going to the party, ________ I'm not going to have a good time!

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. But
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "but" because it indicates a contrast or contradiction between the speaker going to the party and not having a good time. The word "but" is commonly used to introduce a conflicting or unexpected statement after a previous statement. In this case, it suggests that despite the speaker's intention to attend the party, they anticipate not enjoying themselves.

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  • 7. 

    I'm going to go to the store _________ I can buy some candy.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. So
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "so" because it indicates the reason or purpose for going to the store, which is to buy some candy. "And" would imply an additional action or item, "but" would imply a contrast or contradiction, and "or" would imply a choice between going to the store or doing something else.

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  • 8. 

    The temperature is going to be very low tonight. You should wear heavy clothes _______ you don't get cold.

    • For

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. So
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "so" because it indicates a cause-and-effect relationship. Wearing heavy clothes is necessary to prevent getting cold, and the word "so" connects the two ideas.

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  • 9. 

    The teacher said we could email her our work _______ we could bring it to class. We don't have to do both.

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. Or
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "or." In this sentence, the teacher is giving two options for submitting work - either by email or by bringing it to class. The word "or" is used to indicate that only one of these options needs to be chosen, not both.

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  • 10. 

    I'm going to the party, ________ I'm going to have a good time!

    • And

    • But

    • So

    • Or

    Correct Answer
    A. And
    Explanation
    In this sentence, the word "and" is the correct answer because it is used to connect two related ideas. The first part of the sentence states that the speaker is going to the party, and the second part expresses the expectation of having a good time. The word "and" is used to indicate that both actions are happening simultaneously and are connected.

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