Basic Conjunctions
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Basic Conjunctions

This ESL worksheet helps adults master linking words like "and," "but," "so," and "because" through structured grammar explanations and engaging exercises. The lesson includes fill-in-the-blanks, sentence corrections, and sentence combining tasks to enhance fluency in connecting ideas clearly. Perfect for A1-A2 learners, this resource ensures a strong foundation in conjunction usage for improved communication.

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Study this grammar rule.

Conjunctions are words that connect phrases, clauses, or sentences. Here are some common conjunctions and how to use them: 1. And: Use "and" to add information. - Example: She likes apples and oranges. 2. Or: Use "or" to present alternative choices. - Example: Would you like tea or coffee? 3. But: Use "but" to show contrast or an exception. - Example: I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain. 4. So: Use "so" to show a result or conclusion. - Example: She was tired, so she went to bed early. 5. Because: Use "because" to explain reasons. - Example: He is happy because he passed the exam. Conditions for using these conjunctions: - Use "and" to connect two similar ideas or items. - Use "or" when giving options or choices. - Use "but" when introducing a different idea or an exception to the first. - Use "so" to indicate the effect of an action or situation. - Use "because" to clarify the reason behind a statement.
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Choose the correct conjunction to complete the sentences.

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Fill in each gap with "and", "or", "but", "so", and "because".

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Unscramble the words to make sentences.

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Find and correct the errors in these sentences.

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Connect the following sentences using conjunctions.

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