Connectors MCQ Quiz With Answers

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1. The kids didn't study. ___, they failed the course.

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The word "therefore" is used to indicate a logical conclusion or result. In this context, it suggests that because the kids didn't study, the consequence was that they failed the course.

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How well do you know connectors in grammar? Take this Connectors MCQ Quiz with answers and prove your knowledge. Grammar is the whole system and composition of a... see morelanguage, typically using syntax, morphology, phonology, and semantics. It is an assortment of rules that govern how words and sentences are arranged or valid in a language or text. If you need to improve your grammar skills, this is the quiz for you. It consists of 10 multiple-choice questions that are based on English grammar connectors. See if you can score well on this test or if you need more practice.
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2. You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.

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The correct answer is "Otherwise" because it indicates that if the person does not take a taxi, they will arrive late. It suggests that taking a taxi is the better option to avoid being late.

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3. You must buy the tickets; ___, we won't be able to see that play.

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The phrase "You must buy the tickets" implies that purchasing tickets is necessary. The word "otherwise" is used to indicate the consequence of not buying the tickets, which is that "we won't be able to see that play." Therefore, the correct answer is "otherwise" as it effectively connects the first part of the sentence with the second part, highlighting the cause and effect relationship between buying the tickets and being able to see the play.

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4. Karen is rich; ___, her cousin Kate is poor.

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The correct answer is "however." This is because the word "however" is used to introduce a contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this case, it is used to show the contrast between Karen's wealth and her cousin Kate's poverty.

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5. The weather was terrible. ___, we decided to delay our trip

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The weather was terrible, therefore we decided to delay our trip. The word "therefore" indicates that the decision to delay the trip was a logical consequence of the bad weather. It suggests that the weather conditions were the determining factor in the decision-making process.

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6. Phil was not thirsty; ___, he drank five glasses of water.

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The word "however" is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or contradicts the previous statement. In this case, Phil not being thirsty contrasts with him drinking five glasses of water. The word "however" signals this contrast and highlights the unexpected nature of Phil's actions.

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7. I enjoy reading this new magazine. ___, it has good articles.

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The correct answer is "Moreover." This word is used to indicate that there is an additional reason or point to support the enjoyment of reading the magazine. It suggests that the good articles are an added benefit or positive aspect of the magazine, further enhancing the enjoyment of reading it.

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8. We live in the same building; ___, we hardly see each other.  

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The correct answer is "however." This is because the word "however" is used to contrast two ideas or statements. In this sentence, it is used to show a contrast between living in the same building and hardly seeing each other. It implies that despite being in close proximity, the individuals rarely have interactions.

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9. The neighborhood isn't very interesting. I like the house, ___.

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The sentence structure suggests that there is a contrast or contradiction between the uninteresting neighborhood and the speaker's liking for the house. The word "though" is commonly used to introduce a contrasting or unexpected statement, making it the most suitable choice in this context.

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10. Jack wasn't tired. ___, he took a nap.

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The word "Nevertheless" indicates that Jack took a nap even though he wasn't tired. It suggests a contrast or contradiction between not being tired and deciding to take a nap anyway.

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The kids didn't study. ___, they failed the course.
You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.
You must buy the tickets; ___, we won't be able to see that play.
Karen is rich; ___, her cousin Kate is poor.
The weather was terrible. ___, we decided to delay our trip
Phil was not thirsty; ___, he drank five glasses of water.
I enjoy reading this new magazine. ___, it has good articles.
We live in the same building; ___, we hardly see each other.  
The neighborhood isn't very interesting. I like the house, ___.
Jack wasn't tired. ___, he took a nap.
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