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Subordinating and Coordinating Conjunctions Quiz

Rashaud Olson

Created by Rashaud Olson

15 questions

8th Grade

ELA

Updated Apr 2026

This Grade 8 English worksheet helps students distinguish subordinating conjunctions from coordinating conjunctions in complete sentences. Across 15 multiple-choice questions, students identify the conjunction or conjunction phrase and classify it correctly, working with examples such as after, unless, for, since, but, so, nor, although, and yet. The sentence-based format strengthens students’ ability to recognize how conjunctions connect ideas and to avoid choosing nearby words such as verbs or adverbs instead of the target conjunction. It is suitable for grammar practice, independent classwork, homework, or a quick formative assessment. This free printable worksheet includes a complete answer key for efficient review and grading.

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Subordinating and Coordinating Conjunctions Quiz

Total questions: 15

Name
Class
Date
1.

After I went to the supermarket, I went home and made dinner.

a)

Subordinating, after

b)

Subordinating, and

c)

Coordinating, after

d)

Coordinating, and

2.

I don't think this will work unless we learn to get along better.

a)

Subordinating, unless

b)

Coordinating, unless

c)

Subordinating, will work

d)

Coordinating, will work

3.

Students have to read their textbooks, for each class is based on theories in the textbooks.

a)

Subordinating, have to

b)

Coordinating, have to

c)

Subordinating, for

d)

Coordinating, for

4.

We need more food in order for tonight to run smoothly.

a)

Subordinating, in order for

b)

Coordinating, in order for

c)

Subordinating, to run smoothly

d)

Coordinating, to run smoothly

5.

Earning a college degree requires a lot of dedication since it takes a lot of time and costs a lot of money.

a)

Subordinating, since

b)

Coordinating, since

c)

Subordinating, and

d)

Coordinating, and

6.

Going to school while working full time is difficult, but the rewards will pay off later.

a)

Subordinating, while

b)

Coordinating, while

c)

Subordinating, but

d)

Coordinating, but

7.

Studying is worth more than just reading the textbook, so students should put forth more effort in studying.

a)

Subordinating, should

b)

Coordinating, should

c)

Subordinating, so

d)

Coordinating, so

8.

Going to school while working full time is difficult, but the rewards will pay off later.

a)

Subordinating, while

b)

Coordinating, while

c)

Subordinating, but

d)

Coordinating, but

9.

Employers do not want employees who cannot solve problems, nor do they want workers who are lazy.

a)

Subordinating, nor

b)

Coordinating, nor

c)

Subordinating, want

d)

Coordinating, want

10.

Earning a college degree requires a lot of dedication since it takes a lot of time and costs a lot of money.

a)

Subordinating, since

b)

Coordinating, since

c)

Subordinating, and

d)

Coordinating, and

11.

Rather than ask for help, the student stubbornly tried to figure it out alone.

a)

Subordinating, rather than

b)

Coordinating, rather than

c)

Subordinating, tried to

d)

Coordinating, tried to

12.

While sprinkles are nice, I prefer my ice cream without them.

a)

Subordinating, while

b)

Coordinating, while

c)

Subordinating, prefer

d)

Coordinating, prefer

13.

So that there is no confusion, I will state the rules once more.

a)

Subordinating, so that

b)

Coordinating, so that

c)

Subordinating, once more

d)

Coordinating, once more

14.

I shouldn't take this although I really want to.

a)

Subordinating, although

b)

Coordinating, although

c)

Subordinating, really

d)

Coordinating, really

15.

Learning can be very exciting, yet it can also be exhausting.

a)

Subordinating, yet

b)

Coordinating, yet

c)

Subordinating, also

d)

Coordinating, also

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Subordinating and Coordinating Conjunctions Quiz

Total questions: 15

1.
a)

Subordinating, after

2.
a)

Subordinating, unless

3.
d)

Coordinating, for

4.
a)

Subordinating, in order for

5.
a)

Subordinating, since

6.
d)

Coordinating, but

7.
d)

Coordinating, so

8.
d)

Coordinating, but

9.
b)

Coordinating, nor

10.
a)

Subordinating, since

11.
a)

Subordinating, rather than

12.
a)

Subordinating, while

13.
a)

Subordinating, so that

14.
a)

Subordinating, although

15.
b)

Coordinating, yet

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FAQs

What does this subordinating and coordinating conjunctions worksheet cover?

This worksheet covers identifying and classifying conjunctions as subordinating or coordinating in 15 multiple-choice sentences. Students must select both the correct conjunction or conjunction phrase—such as unless, since, but, nor, or so—and its correct category, building accuracy in recognizing how these words connect ideas.

How can I use this worksheet to teach subordinating and coordinating conjunctions?

Introduce the two conjunction categories with a few example sentences, then have students explain what each highlighted connector links or signals before completing the 15 multiple-choice items. Afterward, review contrasting examples such as since versus but and although versus yet, asking students why the selected word belongs to its category rather than choosing a nearby verb or other word.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this conjunctions quiz?

Students may select a nearby word such as will work, should, prefer, or tried to instead of the conjunction named in the answer choices. They may also confuse coordinating conjunctions such as for, but, so, nor, and yet with subordinating conjunctions such as after, unless, since, while, although, and so that; discuss the sentence connection when reviewing these errors.

How do I assign and grade this subordinating and coordinating conjunctions worksheet?

The worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, so you can use the 15 multiple-choice questions for paper-based or online practice. It includes a complete answer key, and printable submissions can be graded by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app.

How can I differentiate this conjunctions worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size to make the 15 multiple-choice sentence items easier to read. You can also apply a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language while keeping the subordinating-versus-coordinating conjunction practice intact.

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