Correlative Conjunctions Quiz Questions and Answers

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We've created a very interesting quiz for you to test your knowledge of English grammar. Check out this ' correlative conjunctions quiz' and see how high you can score! The questions in this quiz will each be about correlative conjunctions, meaning two conjunctions that work as pairs. If you think you understand this concept, then this quiz should be easy! Good luck, and remember to share this quiz with friends!

Correlative Conjunctions Questions and Answers

1.

_________ you can wear sandals _______ sneakers to the event.
- A.
  
  Both…and
- B.
  
  Not only…but also
- C.
  
  Neither…nor
- D.
  
  Either…or
Correct Answer
D. Either…or

Explanation
The correct answer is "either...or". This conjunction is used to present two options or choices, indicating that one or the other can be chosen. In this context, it means that you have the option to wear either sandals or shoes to the event.

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2.

Whales and walruses are _______ fish _______mammals.
- A.
  
  Not only...both
- B.
  
  Not only…but also
- C.
  
  Neither…nor
- D.
  
  Either…or
Correct Answer
B. Not only…but also

Explanation
The correct answer is "not only...but also." This phrase is used to show that two things are true or exist together. In this case, whales and walruses are not only fish but also mammals. This emphasizes that they belong to both categories, highlighting their dual nature.

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She is ______ beautiful ______ talented.
- A.
  
  either…or
- B.
  
  Neither…or
- C.
  
  Both…and
- D.
  
  Not …but
Correct Answer
C. Both…and

Explanation
The correct answer is "both...and." This is because the sentence is expressing that the person being referred to is both beautiful and talented. The word "both" indicates that both qualities are present in the person, and the word "and" connects the two qualities together.

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4.

___________ Sarah _____ I will receive a failing grade on the test.
- A.
  
  Either…or
- B.
  
  Neither…nor
- C.
  
  Not only…but also
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Neither…nor

Explanation
The correct answer is "neither...nor." This is because the sentence structure "neither...nor" is used to express a negative correlation between two things or actions. In this case, the narrator is stating both she and Sarah will pass the test, and neither of them will receive a failing grade.

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________ my mother _________my father want me to be a lawyer.
- A.
  
  Either…or
- B.
  
  Not only… also
- C.
  
  Neither…or
- D.
  
  Both…and
Correct Answer
D. Both…and

Explanation
The correct answer is "both…and". This conjunction is used to show that both of the mentioned subjects (in this case, the mother and the father) have the same desire or opinion about the person becoming a lawyer.

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6.

_________ he washes his clothes by hand _______ he uses a washing machine.
- A.
  
  Either…or
- B.
  
  Both…and
- C.
  
  Neither…nor
- D.
  
  Not only…but also
Correct Answer
A. Either…or

Explanation
The correct answer is "either...or". This is because the sentence presents two options - washing clothes by hand or using a washing machine. "Either...or" is used to show that one of the two options is true, but not both.

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7.

My brother was____________ the first winner. _______ was the best student of the year.
- A.
  
  Either…or
- B.
  
  Neither…nor
- C.
  
  Not only…but also
- D.
  
  Both…or
Correct Answer
C. Not only…but also

Explanation
The correct answer is "not only...but also". This is because the sentence structure "My brother was not only the first winner, but also was the best student of the year" shows a parallel construction where two items are being compared. The phrase "not only" introduces the first item, and "but also" introduces the second item.

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8.

________ will we get in trouble, _________ we could be fired.
- A.
  
  Either…nor
- B.
  
  Both…and
- C.
  
  Neither…nor
- D.
  
  Not only…but also
Correct Answer
D. Not only…but also

Explanation
The correct answer is "not only...but also." This phrase is used to connect two ideas or elements that are both important and should be considered together. In the given sentence, the phrase "not only...but also" is used to emphasize that if problems arise, not only will there be problems, but there is also a possibility of being fired.

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9.

I never heard your friends' names. ________ Jasmine _____ Hana lives here.
- A.
  
  Neither…nor
- B.
  
  Either…or
- C.
  
  Both…and
- D.
  
  Not only…but also
Correct Answer
A. Neither…nor

Explanation
The correct conjunctions to complete the sentence are neither nor: "I never heard your friends' names. Neither Jasmine nor Hana lives here." This construction is used when you want to indicate that neither of the mentioned options is true or applicable. In this case, neither Jasmine nor Hana lives there.

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10.

You can decide: _________ you move to Jakarta _____ your parents come here.
- A.
  
  Both…and
- B.
  
  Not only…but also
- C.
  
  Either…or
- D.
  
  Neither…nor
Correct Answer
C. Either…or

Explanation
The correct answer is "either...or". This is because the sentence is presenting two options or possibilities - moving to Jakarta or having the parents come here. "Either...or" is used to express a choice between two alternatives.

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11.

__________ Fajar _________Musa likes soccer. They both like badminton.
- A.
  
  Either...or
- B.
  
  Not only...but also
- C.
  
  Neither...nor
- D.
  
  Both.... and
Correct Answer
C. Neither...nor

Explanation
The correct answer is "neither...nor" because this phrase is used to express that both Fajar and Musa do not like soccer, and they also do not like badminton. It indicates a negative correlation between their preferences for both sports.

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12.

I would like to try _____ sushi_____kimbap to know the differences.
- A.
  
  Both…and
- B.
  
  Either...or
- C.
  
  Neither...nor
- D.
  
  But...and
Correct Answer
A. Both…and

Explanation
The correct answer is "both...and". This is because the sentence structure suggests that the person wants to try both types of sushi, which are sushi and kimbap, in order to understand the differences between them. The phrase "both...and" is used to indicate that two or more things are being considered together.

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Correlative Conjunctions Quiz Questions And Answers

Correlative Conjunctions Questions and Answers

___ you can wear sandals _ sneakers to the event.

Whales and walruses are _ fish _mammals.

She is beautiful talented.

_______ Sarah _ I will receive a failing grade on the test.

my mother _my father want me to be a lawyer.

___ he washes his clothes by hand _ he uses a washing machine.

My brother was______ the first winner. _ was the best student of the year.

will we get in trouble, _ we could be fired.

I never heard your friends' names. ____ Jasmine _ Hana lives here.

You can decide: _____ you move to Jakarta _ your parents come here.

__ Fajar _Musa likes soccer. They both like badminton.

I would like to try _ sushi_kimbap to know the differences.

Correlative Conjunctions Quiz Questions And Answers

Correlative Conjunctions Questions and Answers

_________ you can wear sandals _______ sneakers to the event.

Whales and walruses are _______ fish _______mammals.

She is ______ beautiful ______ talented.

___________ Sarah _____ I will receive a failing grade on the test.

________ my mother _________my father want me to be a lawyer.

_________ he washes his clothes by hand _______ he uses a washing machine.

My brother was____________ the first winner. _______ was the best student of the year.

________ will we get in trouble, _________ we could be fired.

I never heard your friends' names. ________ Jasmine _____ Hana lives here.

You can decide: _________ you move to Jakarta _____ your parents come here.

__________ Fajar _________Musa likes soccer. They both like badminton.

I would like to try _____ sushi_____kimbap to know the differences.

___ you can wear sandals _ sneakers to the event.

Whales and walruses are _ fish _mammals.

She is beautiful talented.

_______ Sarah _ I will receive a failing grade on the test.

my mother _my father want me to be a lawyer.

___ he washes his clothes by hand _ he uses a washing machine.

My brother was______ the first winner. _ was the best student of the year.

will we get in trouble, _ we could be fired.

I never heard your friends' names. ____ Jasmine _ Hana lives here.

You can decide: _____ you move to Jakarta _ your parents come here.

__ Fajar _Musa likes soccer. They both like badminton.

I would like to try _ sushi_kimbap to know the differences.