Understanding 'Not Only... But Also' Construction

Understanding 'Not Only... But Also' Construction

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Arts, Design, Architecture, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Aiden Montgomery

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The video tutorial discusses the landscape artist's vision for New York City's Central Park, emphasizing the benefits of scenic settings for public health and democracy. It then analyzes the grammatical structure 'not only... but also', providing examples and identifying common errors. The tutorial concludes with best practices for using this structure effectively.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the landscape artist's belief about the design of Central Park?

It should be accessible to all and promote democracy.

It should only focus on physical health.

It should be exclusive to the wealthy.

It should be a commercial hub.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected when you start a sentence with 'not only'?

To follow it with 'but also'.

To use it as a standalone phrase.

To end the sentence immediately.

To follow it with 'and also'.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'not only... but also'?

Not only did they play, and they also won.

Not only he ate, but he also drank.

Not only did she sing, but also she danced.

Not only did he run, and also he jumped.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the phrase 'and also' sound odd in the context of 'not only'?

Because 'and also' is too formal.

Because 'and also' is grammatically incorrect.

Because 'not only' requires 'but also' for balance.

Because 'and also' is redundant.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of using 'not only... but also' in a sentence?

To emphasize a single point.

To highlight two related actions or qualities.

To list unrelated items.

To confuse the reader.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a correct use of 'not only... but also'?

Not only did she study, but also she passed.

Not only he cooked, but he also cleaned.

Not only did they travel, but also they explored.

Not only did he write, and also he published.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'not only... but also' help to convey in writing?

A summary of a paragraph.

A sequence of events.

An emphasis on two related ideas.

A contrast between two ideas.

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