Defense Secretary Mattis Welcomes King of Jordan

What is the primary role of 'But' in a sentence?

• To list items

• To introduce a new topic

• To contrast ideas

• To ask a question

In which context is 'But' most commonly used?

• To express agreement

• To describe a place

• To show contrast

• To indicate time

How does 'But' function in complex sentences?

• It ends a sentence

• It introduces a contradiction

• It provides additional information

• It connects similar ideas

Which of the following sentences uses 'But' correctly?

• I wanted, but to go I was too tired.

• I wanted to go I was too tired but.

• I wanted to go but, I was too tired.

• I wanted to go, but I was too tired.

What effect does 'But' have on the tone of a sentence?

• It adds a sense of uncertainty

• It makes the sentence more positive

• It introduces a contrast or exception

• It makes the sentence more formal