Subordinating Conjunctions Quiz

Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?

• and

• but

• because

• or

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: I didn't go to the party ____ I was feeling sick.

• but

• so

• although

• because

Which sentence uses a subordinating conjunction correctly?

• I like pizza, but I don't like burgers.

• If it rains tomorrow, we will stay home.

• He is tall and smart.

• She ate lunch, or she took a nap.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: ____ she studied hard, she didn't pass the exam.

• Because

• Although

• If

• When

What is the subordinating conjunction in the sentence: I will go to the market if I finish my homework.

• go

• finish

• market

• if

Which sentence shows a cause and effect relationship?

• She was tired, but she kept studying.

• He did well in school because he studied every day.

• We can go swimming when the rain stops.

• I want to eat pizza if we go out.

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: We can't leave ____ the teacher says it's okay.

• when

• although

• if

• because

Which subordinating conjunction shows a contrast between two ideas?

• so

• because

• although

• when

Choose the correct subordinating conjunction to complete the sentence: I was excited ____ I knew the test would be difficult.

• because

• if

• although

• so

Which sentence uses a subordinating conjunction for time?

• I can't go because I'm busy.

• He smiled although he was sad.

• She waited until the bell rang.

• I don't like studying if it's too late.