Correlative Conjunctions

What are correlative conjunctions?

• Pairs of conjunctions that work together to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are similar or equal in structure.

• Single conjunctions that connect different types of sentences.

• Words that are used to introduce a question or an exclamation.

• Conjunctions that only connect nouns and verbs.

What is the function of the correlative conjunction 'either...or'?

• It presents a choice between two alternatives.

• It indicates a cause-and-effect relationship.

• It connects two independent clauses without a conjunction.

• It introduces a subordinate clause.

Fill in the blank: I can play _______ the piano _______ the guitar.

• either...or

• both...and

• neither...nor

• not only...but also

Fill in the blank: _______ my mom _______ my dad can help with the homework.

• Neither...nor

• Either...or

• Both...and

• Not only...but also

Fill in the blank: I want _______ to play outside _______ to stay inside.

• neither...nor

• either...or

• both...and

• not only...but also

Fill in the blank: You can have _______ ice cream _______ cake for dessert.

• neither...nor

• either...or

• both...and

• not only...but also

What does 'not only...but also' indicate in a sentence?

• It indicates a contrast between two ideas.

• It emphasizes that two things are true or happening.

• It suggests a choice between two alternatives.

• It introduces a cause-and-effect relationship.

Give an example of correlative conjunctions in a sentence.

• Both my brother and my sister enjoy playing soccer.

• Neither the rain nor the snow stopped the game.

• Either you start studying now or you will fail the exam.

• Not only is she talented, but she is also hardworking.

Fill in the blank: She is _______ a great singer _______ a talented dancer.

• either...or

• neither...nor

• both...and

• not only...but also

What is the difference between 'either...or' and 'neither...nor'?

• 'Either...or' presents options, while 'neither...nor' negates options.

• 'Either...or' negates options, while 'neither...nor' presents options.

• Both 'either...or' and 'neither...nor' present options.

• 'Either...or' is used for singular choices, while 'neither...nor' is used for plural choices.