English Notes
English Notes
Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions:1. She goes __to___ school everyday.2. This is a
weight___on_ my shoulders.3. The teacher looked__at__ the student sternly.4. The tiger enters
__in___ the jungle.5. Don’t drink directly___from _____________ the bottle.6. He is always
talking____ in___ the phone.7. Put the dishes___on_______________ the table.8. Please take a
look__on____ yourself___ in the mirror.10. He is the tallest__among__ his friends.11.
Look______________ the window________________ the sky.12. My mother washes
clothes___ with________ detergent.13. Banks lend money only____with__ security.14. The
traffic_____________ Karol Bagh was______________ a stand still.15. The criminal
appeared________________ the court.16.. He is loyal____to___his friends.17. Because of his
mischief, he got__into__ a lot of trouble.18. If you smoke, you are_______________ danger of falling
ill.19. It is a pity that holidays do not last_______________ ever.20. She went___________ her
friend’s house ____________a party.21. I prefer to pay______________ cheque than cash.22. He
returns back _____________ his house.23. The old lady is hard________________ hearing.24. She
eats her breakfast ___________ the morning.25. I have made a contract _____________ him.26. The
park is______________ a walking distance.21. Ravi came _______ my house ________ a
discussion.22. Please listen ______ me .23. I prefer coffee____to___ tea.24. I do not
agree___N.A._____ you__ N.A._____ this point.25. She is well qualified ____for______ the job.26.
His uncle deals_____with____ cloth.27. The leaves of the trees fall___on_____ autumn.28. She is
proud __of____ her beauty.29. You have no taste___of_____________ music.30. He talked
______________me __about___________the problem.31. He lied____N.A._____ the police when
he was arrested__for___ drunken driving.32. The movie was boring______________ the
beginning_________________ the end.33. In the floods there was a lot_______________ water.34.
Robin died ___of____ cancer.35. This road leads ___to___ Calcutta.
31. He lied the police when he was arrested for drunken driving.
She mentioned that she would get _____ the details later.
She has been ____ into drawing since she was a child.
My father was sitting ____ the living room when I arrived home.
I wish I could let my grandmother know how much of a difference she has made ____ my life.
If you feel hungry, there are biscuits kept _____ the kitchen cabinet.
She tiptoed ____ my room when I was sleeping, making sure not to wake me up.
Answers:
in
in
into
in
in
into
in
in
in
in
in
in
in
into
into
in
in
in
in
in
in
into, in
in
in
into
Answers:
1) at
2) in
3) at, in
4) in
5) on
6) in
7) on
8) at
9) at, in
10) at
11) in
12) on
13) in
14) at
15) in
16) in
17) at
18) in
19) at
20) on
21) on
22) at
23) in
24) in, on
25) in
1) I was looking for my book everywhere when I found it sitting _on___ the dining table.
2) She had put _on___ a beautiful dress that evening.
3) I stay a floor _above___ her.
4) There are more cookies __in__ the kitchen.
5) She has a beautiful chandelier that hangs ___above_ her dining room table.
6) My cat was sleeping ____ the closet.
7) Could you please look for my shoes? I had kept them ____ the couch.
8) It is noon right now, and the sun is shining directly ____ our heads.
9) There is a beautiful painting hanging ____ my bed.
10) My dog fell asleep ____ the table last night.
11) I had worked ____ her in the initial days of my career.
12) Make sure to keep your head ____ the water.
13) They kept ____ ignoring my emails.
14) She was the leading actress ____, my favourite movie.
15) Many birds were flying ____ the sky ____ us.
16) She was there for me ____ my tough times.
17) There is a medical store ____ my apartment building.
18) I had kept the left-over food ____ the refrigerator so that it wouldn’t go bad.
19) I was ____ the misconception that he is your brother.
20) Little Harry sat ____ the corner because he was sad.
21) She blamed the entire situation ____ me.
22) He is getting ____ my nerves with his arrogant behaviour.
23) When we all were playing hide and go seek, she hid ____ the closet.
24) There is a spare key to my house ____ the doormat.
25) There is an aeroplane flying ____ our heads.
Answers:
on
on
above/ below
in
above
in
under
above
above
under
under
above
on
in
in, above
in
under
in
Under
In
On
On
In
Under
Above
____ my way to work yesterday, I ran ____ Aisha, my friend from school.
They started their journey and pulled back out, ____ the road.
If my mother happed to be near, I would have ____ her arms right now.
She was disappointed ____ me for not being present ____ time.
By the look on her face, I could tell that she was ____ something.
You rolled ____ the other side when I was not noticing.
My brother placed the fishes, one by one very gently, ____ the aquarium.
She is only three months ____ her job, but she is already everyone’s favourite.
He collapsed ____ her bed and sobbed for the whole time.
Ashley has been ____ medication for her mental health issues for the past two months.
I fell ____ the pool this morning, and my brother helped me ____ getting out.
She holds ____ his sweater even after five years of his demise.
Answers:
On, into
onto
into
in, on
on
in, into
onto
onto
in
on
into
onto
into
in
in
on
on
into
onto
onto
in
on
in
into, in
onto
Exercise 5 – until/ by
It is impossible to get what is on his mind ____ the look on his face.
She was probably upset ____ his behaviour and felt the need to explain.
_____ yesterday I had no idea about what was going in the group.
She insisted we waited for dinner ____ David came home from work.
____ the orders of the head, the work must be finished ____ tomorrow.
I never realized how lonely I felt ____ you walked into my life.
Don’t call her ____ you are done with the entire work.
She slowly slid her hands one ____ one into my jacket.
Answers:
until
until
by
by
by
until
by
until
until
by
until
by, by
until, by
by
by
until
by
until
until
by
until
by
by
until
until
Exercise 6
I am Andrew, and I live __ (1) __ London __ (2) __ my wife. I like __ (3) __ travel and every year __ (4)
__ summer I travel to various places __ (5) __ my wife. Last year we visited India, and it was the most
beautiful trip __ (6) __ my life. We both were astonished __ (7) __ the beautiful culture and warmth
__ (8) __ Indians.
The country is famous __ (9) __ is a diverse culture and rich heritage. The food in the country is just
as delicious as I had expected it was going __ (10) __ be. We were lucky enough because we got a
chance __ (11) __ celebrate the famous festival __ (12) __ colours, Holi. We had the time __ (13) __
our lives in the country.
The people __ (14) __ the country is extremely generous and welcoming. We visited the beautiful
historical monuments which took us back __ (15) __ time and gave us an opportunity __ (16) __
experiencing history __ (17) __ it’s finest.
Unfortunately, our time __ (18) __ the country was short, and we couldn’t see every part __ (19) __
it. We only got __ (20) __ visit Delhi and Mumbai. However, we are looking forward __ (21) __
revisiting this beautiful country and this time being able __ (22) __ explores every other part __ (23)
__ India.
This trip has been excellent, and I wouldn’t have traded it for the world. India is a beautiful place,
and there is a lot __ (24) __ see in the country. Everyone should visit this country once __ (25) __
their lifetimes to experience love and culture at its finest.
Answers:
in
with
to
during
with
of
with
of
for
it
to
of
of
of
in
of
at
in
of
to
towards
to
of
to
in
Why are those students standing ____ front ____ the classroom?
I kept my pen ____ the pages ____ this book. Have you seen it?
The children were playing ____ the school field during the lunch break.
The cookies are not ____ the basket. They are ____ the kitchen cabinet.
I found my shoes ____ the sofa last night.
My mother has gone ____ the supermarket ____ get some groceries.
She is ____ her bedroom, taking a nap. She had a long day yesterday.
Answers:
in, of
in between, of
in
in, of
in
on
in, in
under
to, to
in
at, of
for
to, for
in
in
to, up
in
in, of
under
in
in
in, from
in
to, in
in
India won the cricket world cup ____ the year 2011.
I will be gone ____ a week and will be back to work ____ next Monday.
I will be back ____ ten minutes. ____ then don’t make any noise.
Call me tomorrow, ____ the morning, and I will give you all the details.
He not awake ____ four ____ the morning. What was he doing?
You will not be able ____ submit your work ____ Saturday. Will you?
The doctor has not arrived yet; she will be here ____ half an hour.
The school reopens ____ a week. Have you done the homework?
The show starts ____ four. Will you make it ____ time?
I will be done with my studies ____ the upcoming exam ____ tonight.
Answers:
to
for
in
for, on
in, of
on
to, by
in, Until
in
in
by
since
in
at, in
to, by
on, on
in, to
before
in
in
by
in
on
at, on
for, by
When I called Riya, she was already ____ her way ____ my house.
She was apologetic _____ what she had done the previous day.
The teacher yelled _____ the students because they were making chaos.
Write all the needed information ____ the starting ____ the letter.
She was so furious ____ him that she stomped out ____ the room.
Answers:
to
of, for
in
on, for
for, on
of, to
on, to
to, from
under
to
by
to
at
against
over
to
on
for
at
in, with
in, of
on
for
at
at, of
Will you be going ____ the party ____ David’s house tonight?
My mother is out ____ station, and she will not be back ____ next month.
She walked ____ my room entirely dressed and ready ____ the party.
The last time I saw her, she was sitting ____ the tree ____ the garden.
She looked directly ____ me and started crying before I could say anything.
My mother was ____ last night and didn’t go ____ sleep till five o’clock.
I wish I could help you ____ moving, but I am leaving town tomorrow.
She has been ____ a lot all her life, and now she deserves ____ be happy.
She wanted ____ leave the house ____ go and see her friends.
Answers:
at
to, at
until
through
of, until
over
into, for
under, in
at
up, to
in
on
to
for
in
onto
into
through, to
on
in
for, in
for
at, for
to, to
to
Last night when I walked __ (1) __ her room, she was sitting __ (2) __ the computer working. I slowly
closed the door behind me and tried not __ (3) __ make any noise. Tomorrow was the day. __ (4) __
tomorrow this house will be empty without her presence. My daughter had grown __ (5) __, and
now she is leaving the country __ (6) __ pursue her dreams.
I am so proud __ (7) __ her for making it __ (8) __ her dream college. She has worked really hard __
(9) __ this and deserves the success. However, this is just the first step, and there is a lot __ (10) __
come __ (11) __ the future.
She is a little scared as she has never left the country __ (12) __ her own. She is scared that things
might not go __ (13) __ her favour. But I have faith __ (14) __ her and I know she will be able __ (15)
__ handle whatever situation life throws __ (16) __ her.
I hope the new country, the new place and the new people are nice __ (17) __ her and are good __
(18) __ her. I want this experience __ (19) __ be her life’s best experience. I want her __ (20) __ live
her dream and never regret the decisions that she has taken for herself.
However, with that being said, if things go wrong, I am still going __ (21) __ be here __ (22) __ her no
matter what. I will always love and support and give her the opportunity the experience life.
She is a bright student, and a fantastic human and I have always looked __ (23) __ to her abilities.
She has never failed __ (24) __ inspiring me, and she has pushed me __ (25) __ become a better
person.
Answers:
into
on
to
from
up
to
of
into
for
to
in
on
in
in
to
at
to
for
to
to
to
for
up
at
to
She is the leader ____ the team. You can talk ____ her if you need anything.
I did not even realize when things went ____ bad ____ worse.
She is not doing well. The doctor has suggested her ___ stay ___ bed.
He is working ____ his new project, and I am looking forward ____ it.
The thief jumped ____ the compound wall and escaped ____ the dark before anyone could catch
him.
I am not going to leave the house ____ you finish all the work.
She is leaving town ____ a week. We must throw her a farewell party.
Rahul is coming ____ right now. He will be here ____ ten minutes.
The older man lives alone, ____ the house. All his children are out ____ the country.
My daughter has mentioned ____ you. How do you know her again?
I had kept your shoes ____ the sofa ___ the living room.
There was a beautiful portrait ____ a girl hanging ____ the wall.
I wish I could have done something that would have helped you out ____ any way. However, I don’t
have the finances ____ it.
She lives ____ America now. She moved there ____ fulfil her dreams.
Answers:
of, to
from, to
by
to, in
in
on
on
on, to
on, in
into
over, into
through
over
until
in
over, in
for
in, of
of
under, in
in
of, on
in, for
on
in, to
Nina got married last weekend ____ London ____ the St. Paul’s church.
She was given the award ____ the chief of the organization.
My mother loved ____ dance, but due to lack ____ practise, she has lost the interest.
I am going ____ the supermarket. Is there anything that you need ____ there?
I am hoping I have made myself very clear as ____ what needs ____ be done.
He pitched this idea ____ me last night, and I am thrilled to start working ____ it.
My house is ____ the supermarket. So it is easy to get anything ____ any time.
I have known David ____ middle school. He used ____ be my best friend.
My grandparents live ____ Australia. I am going ____ visit them next month.
Next time you go ____ the mall, will you please take me ____ you?
Have you ever been ____ Disneyland? I went there last year.
My father is not ____ home right now. Can I take a message ____ him?
Last night I was ____ my sister’s house. We were ____ all night talking.
Do you like ____ read books? Which is your favourite genre ____ book?
Answers:
in, at
by
to, of
to, from
to, on
at
to, of
to, to
to, on
about
in, with
about
near, at
since, to
in, to
to, at
to, with
to
until
into
at, for
from
at, up
to, of
on, to
I am better ____ alone. I don’t need a person like her ____ my life.
Have you ever been anywhere out ____ the country? I have only been ____ Australia, where I went
____ visit my grandparents.
Today I wouldn’t have been anything ____ the love and support ____ my family.
Send me an email ____ all the details that are needed. Send it ____ me by tonight.
I am leaving the country tomorrow ____ work. I will be back ____ next month.
All ____ you can hold ____ the work _____ now.
When she got the news, she was overwhelmed ____ all the information. I wish I could have done
something ____ help her.
She is the most hardworking person ____ the team and this work would not have been possible ____
her.
The baby was sleeping ____ her crib when I last checked ____ her.
I wish I knew ____ this before. It would so much easier ____ me to finish work.
How many times have I told you to put the dishes ____ the dishwasher?
My father walked ____ the room ____ a bouquet of flowers ____ my mother.
I will submit the assignment _____ tonight and ____ tomorrow morning you will have the entire
report.
I have worked really hard ____ this. I hope I can make it ____ the exam.
They have been missing ____ Sunday morning. Last time they were seen going ____ the woods.
She had this mischievous look ____ her face. I am sure she is ____ something.
You should have seen the look ____ her face. She was so happy ____ the gift.
____ the expression on his face, you could tell that he was not satisfied ____ the answer.
Answers:
off, in
of, to, to
without, of
in
for, outside
with, to
for, by
by
with, to
in, without
for
across, to
in, on
in, since
about, for
in
by, by
for, through
since, into
on, onto
in, until
on, with
From, with
Sarah has worked really hard __ (1) __ the past six months so that she can save __ (2) __ enough
money __ (3) __ visit her grandparents __ (4) __ London. She has not met them __ (5) __ three years
__ (6) __ they moved out __ (7) __ the country.
Sarah is very excited __ (8) __ meet them. She has been talking __ (9) __ them over calls and video
calls. She misses them a lot and cannot wait __ (10) __ see them.
When Sarah was young, she would spend a lot __ (11) __ time with her grandparents __ (12) __ their
house. She would play __ (13) __ them and had the time __ (14) __ her life when she was __ (15) __
them.
Sarah’s grandmother would make delicious dishes __ (16) __ her, even __ (17) __ any occasion. She
was Sarah’s favourite cook, and she knew what made Sarah happy. Grandma would tell Sarah many
stories __ (18) __ fairies and princesses.
Grandpa would take Sarah __ (19) __ a walk every evening where they saw the places __ (20) __
their house. Grandpa would play __ (21) __ her, and she would giggle every time he played a
character when playing.
She wants __ (22) __ re-live those days. She wants __ (23) __ experience life __ (24) __ it’s finest
again. Sarah plans __ (25) __ visiting them next month. She cannot wait to see her grandparents after
so long.
Answers:
for
up
to
in
in
since
of
to
to
to
with
in
with
of
with
for
without
of
for
near
with
to
to
at
on
Last night I had a dream ____ you where you were dancing ____ me ____ the rain.
Whenever I work, I listed ____ music. It helps me ____ concentrating and staying calm.
I will be available tomorrow ____ the office, so if you need anything you can drop ____.
Have you ever come _____ a person who is nice ____ you on the face but is mean ____ the back?
Give me all the details. I will look ____ the matter as soon as I can.
Without knowing anything ____ the situation, he jumped ____ a conclusion.
Why didn’t you tell me ____ this yesterday? What am I supposed ____ do now?
I haven’t seen you ____ a long time. How have you been?
Have you ever been to Australia ____? How did you like it here?
I did not know ____ yesterday, that he was ____ the same class as you.
Tomorrow is the big event, and I am looking forward ____ it. I have great expectations ____ it.
I did not expect her ____ behave ____ that manner last night; it was very humiliating.
How many ____ you have not submitted your work yet?
You are the most beautiful person ____ the room right now.
She fell asleep ____ the sofa last night when everyone was ____ the dining room having their dinner.
Answers:
about, with, in
to, in
in, by
into
about, to
about, to
in
instead
before
until, in
off, at
in, from
about
on
at, in
to, from
from
to, in
of
off
at
in
without
on, in
I have dreamed ____ this all my life, and I cannot believe my eyes that it is coming true.
Have you ever cried yourself ____ sleep? That is the most hurt one can ever be.
Will you be able to make it ____ time? The gates close ____ seven o’clock.
The elderly couple who lives ____ my house is really nice and generous people.
I am so proud ____ the person that you have become. I know it was not easy ____ you but you made
it.
The doctor is ready ____ you now. Are you ready ___ see him?
I have been ____ this once, and I will explain it ____ you again if you need me to.
She is the kindest person ____ the team. She has always been considerate ____ me.
My cousin is a doctor, and he lives ____ the city ___ his family.
He made a massive hole in the wall when we threw the bottle ____ it.
Keep my lunch ___ the kitchen slab. I will be done ____ this work ____ midnight, and then I will have
my dinner.
Have you all gone ____ the notes that I gave you yesterday?
You should have submitted your work ____ now. Where is it?
You are supposed to give the presentation ____ the meeting next week. Be prepared ____ then.
I hope you understand why I am not being able ____ work today. I will be back ____ track by
Monday.
Let’s all wait ____ David comes. Then we can cut the cake.
I don’t know how ____ use the software. It is entirely new ____ me.
Let’s put this meeting ____ a hold ____ I return ____ London.
It is going ____ be late ____ the time she finishes all her work.
I know how ____ play the piano. I learned it when I was ____ school.
Answers:
about/ of
to
in, at
near
of, for
for, to
over, to
in, of
of
in, with
onto
up, until
on, with, by
through
to, out
by
at
at, by
to, on
until
to, to
to
to, by
to, in
When I walked ____ the room, your mother had her arms wrapped ____ you because you were
crying.
I love this movie, and I watch every time it comes ____ the TV.
No one will leave this room ____ they submit their work. It should be done ____ today.
She is waiting ____ you. Don’t you want ___ meet her?
I am not going ____ eat, ____ I finish my work. Don’t disturb me.
She is going _____ a tough time ____ her life. It will be better if we don’t disturb her.
My exams are starting ____ next week. I will not be able to make it to your party.
The man ____ us is continually looking ____ my phone. It’s making me uncomfortable.
Be kind ____ a person. You have no idea ____ what is going ____ in their life.
She smiled ____ me before she got ____ the cab and took off.
The doctor will be here ____ an hour. If you want ____, you can wait.
Why are you yelling ____ her? She did not do it ____ purpose.
She ran ____ she found any help. She was terrified ____ the whole experience.
I have never been anywhere ____ of the country. I wish one day I can.
I knew she loved ____ dance, but I never knew she was so good ____ dancing. She took everyone
____ surprise.
Do you have any plans ____ the future? Where do you see yourself ____ next five years?
I had no idea that you were ____ town. If I did, I would have met you earlier.
Answers:
is
into, around
on
until, by
for, to
outside
out, by
to, until
through, in
from
behind, at
to, about, on
at, inside
for
it
within, to
in
about
on
to, until
until, by
out
to, at, by
for, in
in
Word Bank:
in
on
at
under
beside
between
behind
above
below
near
across
through
over
towards
around
Answer Key:
1. under
2. on
3. at
4. under
5. above
6. around
7. through
8. over
9. in
10. on
11. across
12. through
13. over
14. around
15. beside
16. above
17. in
18. over
19. in
20. along
Instructions
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate preposition from the word bank to complete each
sentence.
Worksheet
Word Bank
inside
outside
against
upon
beyond
underneath
within
throughout
toward
among
along
beneath
beside
amid
opposite
into
onto
off
beneath
around
Answer Key:
1. beneath
2. onto
3. around
4. below
5. against
6. through
7. beneath
8. along
9. across
10. on
11. throughout
12. beneath
13. above
14. over
15. on
16. across
17. onto
18. along
19. on
20. into
Instructions
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate preposition from the word bank to complete each
sentence.
Worksheet
5. The concert hall echoed with music echoing ____________ its walls.
17. The treasure lay hidden deep ____________ the forest floor.
18. The brave knight ventured forth ____________ the dragon’s lair.
20. The city bustled with activity ____________ the festive season.
Word Bank
1. amidst
2. upon
3. underneath
4. throughout
5. amidst
6. within
7. amid
8. underneath
9. alongside
10. amongst
11. onto
12. beyond
13. underneath
14. amidst
15. upon
16. amidst
17. beneath
18. amidst
19. alongside
20. amidst
Answer Key
1. amidst
2. beneath
3. atop
4. amongst
5. throughout
6. amidst
7. amid
8. underneath
9. across
10. upon
11. across
12. beyond
13. beneath
14. amidst
15. above
16. beneath
17. beneath
18. amidst
19. alongside
20. amidst
in
on
at
under
beside
between
behind
above
below
near
across
through
over
towards
around
Answer Key:
1. under
2. on
3. at
4. under
5. above
6. around
7. through
8. over
9. in
10. on
11. across
12. through
13. over
14. around
15. beside
16. above
17. in
18. over
19. in
20. along
Instructions
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate preposition from the word bank to complete each
sentence.
Worksheet
Word Bank
inside
outside
against
upon
beyond
underneath
within
throughout
toward
among
along
beneath
beside
amid
opposite
into
onto
off
beneath
around
Answer Key:
1. beneath
2. onto
3. around
4. below
5. against
6. through
7. beneath
8. along
9. across
10. on
11. throughout
12. beneath
13. above
14. over
15. on
16. across
17. onto
18. along
19. on
20. into
Instructions
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate preposition from the word bank to complete each
sentence.
Worksheet
5. The concert hall echoed with music echoing ____________ its walls.
17. The treasure lay hidden deep ____________ the forest floor.
18. The brave knight ventured forth ____________ the dragon’s lair.
20. The city bustled with activity ____________ the festive season.
Word Bank
1. amidst
2. upon
3. underneath
4. throughout
5. amidst
6. within
7. amid
8. underneath
9. alongside
10. amongst
11. onto
12. beyond
13. underneath
14. amidst
15. upon
16. amidst
17. beneath
18. amidst
19. alongside
20. amidst
Answer Key
1. amidst
2. beneath
3. atop
4. amongst
5. throughout
6. amidst
7. amid
8. underneath
9. across
10. upon
11. across
12. beyond
13. beneath
14. amidst
15. above
16. beneath
17. beneath
18. amidst
19. alongside
20. amidst
A conjunction is a word that connects other words, phrases, clauses or sentences together. It shows
how the connected parts are related.
1. Coordinating Conjunctions
Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases or clauses that are equal or similar in importance.
The most common coordinating conjunctions are:
and
but
or
nor
Examples:
2. Subordinating Conjunctions
Subordinating conjunctions connect a main clause to a dependent clause. They show how the
clauses are related, such as showing time, cause, condition, etc. Some common subordinating
conjunctions are:
because
since
while
although
if
unless
Examples:
3. Correlative Conjunctions
Correlative conjunctions are pairs of conjunctions that work together. The most common pairs are:
both…and
either…or
Examples:
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate conjunction from the options provided.
2. She will not come to the party _____ she is feeling unwell.
Options: because, if, while
10. _____ you eat your vegetables, you can have dessert.
Options: If, Or, And
Answer Key:
1. and
2. because
3. If
4. and
5. or
6. until
7. If
8. and
9. and
10. If
Complete the sentences below by choosing the correct conjunction from the list: and, but, or,
because, so, if, when, while.
3. You can have ice cream __________ you finish your vegetables.
4. She was late for school __________ she missed the bus.
Sentence Combination
Combine the following pairs of simple sentences into complex or compound sentences using suitable
conjunctions.
Read the following passage and underline all the conjunctions used:Once upon a time, there was a
little girl named Goldilocks. She went for a walk in the forest. She came upon a cottage and went
inside. There she saw three bowls of porridge. She was hungry, so she tasted the porridge from the
first bowl. But it was too hot. So she tasted the porridge from the second bowl. But it was too cold.
So she tasted the last bowl of porridge. It was just right, so she ate it all up.
3. You can have ice cream __________ you finish your vegetables.
a) and
b) or
c) because
d) when
Answer Key:
1. and
2. so
3. if
4. because
5. when
Sentence Combination
5. The teacher explained the lesson, and the students listened carefully.
1. c) or
2. c) so
3. d) when
Complete the sentences below by choosing the correct conjunction from the list: yet, unless, until,
whenever, although, as, since, so that.
3. She has been studying hard __________ she wants to get good grades.
4. I will turn off the lights __________ you leave the room.
Sentence Combination
Combine the following pairs of simple sentences into complex or compound sentences using suitable
conjunctions.
3. The dog was barking. The neighbors complained about the noise.
Read the following passage and underline all the conjunctions used:Once upon a time, there was a
young boy named Jack. He lived with his mother, and they were very poor. One day, Jack’s mother
asked him to sell their cow at the market. On his way, he met a strange man who offered to trade
some magic beans for the cow. Although Jack’s mother had told him not to accept anything but
money, he made the trade. When Jack returned home without any money, his mother was very
angry. She threw the beans out of the window and sent Jack to bed without any supper.
2. I will turn off the lights __________ you leave the room.
a) whenever
b) so that
c) as
d) yet
Answer Key:
1. until
2. although
3. since
4. until
5. until
Sentence Combination
3. The dog was barking, so the neighbors complained about the noise.
5. The teacher explained the lesson so that the students could understand better.
1. a) Although
2. d) until
3. b) Until