Mastering Subordinating Conjunctions

Select the appropriate subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "She won't leave the house _______ the weather improves."

• because

• although

• unless

• before

Identify the subordinating conjunction in the following sentence: "As soon as the bell rings, we must go to class."

• go

• soon

• as soon as

• must

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a coordinating conjunction:

• But he was tired, he couldn't sleep.

• He was tired but he couldn't sleep.

• He was tired, but couldn't sleep.

• But tired, he couldn't sleep.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: "_______ he practiced daily, he could not win the competition."

• Because

• If

• Even though

• Since

Which of the following sentences does not use a subordinating conjunction correctly?

• After she finishes her dinner, she usually watches a movie.

• Unless it rains, we will go for a picnic tomorrow.

• He failed the exam, because he didn't study well.

• She won't be able to go to the party until she completes her project.