Here are more Grade 7 questions on coordinating conjunctions (but, and, or):
Instructions: Choose the best coordinating conjunction (but, and, or) to complete each
sentence.
Part 1: Identifying the Best Conjunction
1. I have a lot of homework tonight, _______ I still want to watch my favorite show. a) and b)
but c) or
2. Do you want to eat pizza, _______ pasta for dinner? a) and b) but c) or
3. She finished all her chores, _______ then she played video games. a) and b) but c) or
4. The weather was rainy, _______ we decided to go for a walk anyway. a) and b) but c) or
5. My mom works hard, _______ she always makes time for our family. a) and b) but c) or
Part 2: Completing Sentences
Fill in the blank with the most appropriate coordinating conjunction (but, and, or).
1. He missed the bus, _______ he was still on time for school.
2. We can visit the museum, _______ we can go to the zoo this weekend.
3. My dog loves to run, _______ jump in the park.
4. The concert was amazing, _______ the tickets were very expensive.
5. You can have an apple, _______ a banana for a healthy snack.
Part 3: Combining Sentences (Advanced)
Combine the two short sentences into one longer, grammatically correct sentence using the
coordinating conjunction provided. Make sure to use a comma before the conjunction when
combining independent clauses.
1. The little girl was scared of the dark. She still wanted to hear a spooky story. (but)
2. He plays the guitar. He sings beautifully. (and)
3. We can read a book. We can draw a picture. (or)
4. The food was delicious. It was also very spicy. (and)
5. I wanted to go swimming. The pool was closed. (but)
Part 4: Writing Your Own Sentences
Write one complete sentence for each of the following scenarios, using the specified
coordinating conjunction.
1. Write a sentence that describes two things you like to do. (use and)
2. Write a sentence about something you wanted to do, but couldn't. (use but)
3. Write a sentence offering two choices to someone. (use or)
Answer Key:
Part 1: Identifying the Best Conjunction
1. b) but
2. c) or
3. a) and
4. b) but
5. a) and
Part 2: Completing Sentences 6. but 7. or 8. and 9. but 10. or
Part 3: Combining Sentences (Advanced) 11. The little girl was scared of the dark, but she
still wanted to hear a spooky story. 12. He plays the guitar, and he sings beautifully. 13. We can
read a book, or we can draw a picture. 14. The food was delicious, and it was also very spicy.
15. I wanted to go swimming, but the pool was closed.
Part 4: Writing Your Own Sentences (Answers will vary, but here are examples) 16. I love to
play football and read comic books. 17. I wanted to go to the party, but I had to study for my
exam. 18. Do you want to play board games, or would you prefer to watch a movie?
