Correlative Conjunctions Quiz

What is the primary function of correlative conjunctions?

• To end a sentence

• To introduce a new topic

• To connect words, phrases, and clauses

• To join sentences together

Which of the following is a pair of correlative conjunctions?

• because...so

• and...but

• either...or

• if...then

In the sentence 'Both musicians and athletes must train for long hours,' what does the correlative conjunction 'both...and' connect?

• Two sentences

• Two phrases

• Two words

• Two clauses

In the sentence 'We searched not only behind the garage but also under the apple tree,' what does the correlative conjunction 'not only...but also' connect?

• Two words

• Two phrases

• Two sentences

• Two clauses

Complete the sentence: 'Mom and dad took ______ Carl ______ me shopping.'

• either...or

• neither...nor

• both...and

• not only...but also

Which correlative conjunction completes the sentence: 'We always do back-to-school shopping early in ______ the third ______ the fourth week of July'?

• not only...but also

• either...or

• both...and

• neither...nor

Choose the correct correlative conjunction for the sentence: '______ mom ______ dad like the backpack I've chosen; they think it's ugly.'

• either...or

• neither...nor

• both...and

• not only...but also

Fill in the blanks: 'We are shopping ______ for bags ______ for shoes, clothes, and stationeries.'

• not only...but also

• both...and

• either...or

• neither...nor

Which correlative conjunction fits the sentence: '______ she shops in bulk ______ buys items on sale, mummy always tries to get a bargain.'

• whether...or

• both...and

• neither...nor

• either...or

Identify the correct correlative conjunction for: '______ mom ______ Jess are unhappy with my indecisiveness.'

• not only...but also

• either...or

• neither...nor

• both...and