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Conjunctive Adverbs

Total questions: 30

Worksheet time: 18mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. The students worked quietly; ___, their teacher prepared the next lesson.

a)

however

b)

accordingly

c)

meanwhile

d)

in comparison

2.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. Linda loves playing basketball. ___, she's also great at soccer.

a)

Furthermore

b)

As a result

c)

In conclusion

d)

First

3.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. I was planning to watch TV; ___, I decided to go to the park.

a)

hence

b)

instead

c)

likewise

d)

specifically

4.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. I enjoy helping my friends; ___, they help me when I need it.

a)

likewise

b)

first

c)

in spite of

d)

before

5.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. Jim finished his chores early; ___, he had extra time to play outside.

a)

besides

b)

in spite of

c)

therefore

d)

typically

6.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. Emily likes ice cream. ___, her brother also has a sweet tooth.

a)

Nevertheless

b)

Similarly

c)

As a result

d)

Finally

7.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. The rain continued for hours; ___, the streets were flooded.

a)

in the past

b)

consequently

c)

despite

d)

for instance

8.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. I enjoy going to the theater; ___, my friend prefers the park.

a)

therefore

b)

thus

c)

also

d)

on the other hand

9.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. Chris loves animals. ___, he adores dogs because they’re loyal and friendly.

a)

Specifically

b)

Although

c)

Lastly

d)

However

10.

Choose the BEST conjunctive adverb for the sentence below. It was freezing cold; ___, we still enjoyed our day at the beach.

a)

consequently

b)

in addition

c)

for example

d)

however

11.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? We thought the movie was boring therefore, we left early.

a)

Change therefore to Therefore

b)

Insert a semicolon after boring

c)

Change therefore to however

d)

No change is needed.

12.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? Our team practiced all season; still, we won the championship game.

a)

Change still to consequently

b)

Delete the comma

c)

Change still to Still

d)

No change is needed.

13.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? Mark loves pizza. In contrast his sister prefers pasta for dinner.

a)

Change In contrast to Also

b)

Delete the period after pizza

c)

Insert a comma after contrast

d)

No change is needed.

14.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? The rain started pouring; Thus, the outdoor party had to be moved indoors.

a)

Change Thus to Even though

b)

Insert a comma after party

c)

Change Thus to thus

d)

No change is needed.

15.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? The movie was exciting; however, some scenes were a bit scary for me.

a)

Change the comma to a period

b)

Change however to of course

c)

Delete the comma

d)

No change is needed.

16.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? We wanted to go to the beach; similarly, it started raining.

a)

Change similarly to nonetheless

b)

Delete the semicolon

c)

Change similarly to ultimately

d)

No change is needed.

17.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? I enjoy reading mystery books. hence, I often stay up late to finish them.

a)

Change hence to nevertheless

b)

Change the comma to a semicolon

c)

Change hence to Hence

d)

No change is needed.

18.

What change, if any, needs to be made below? The cat sat on the couch, meanwhile, the dog played in the backyard.

a)

Change meanwhile to indeed

b)

Change the comma after couch to a semicolon

c)

Delete the comma after couch

d)

No change is needed.

19.

Which sentence uses an incorrect conjunctive adverb?

a)

I finished my homework; however, I forgot to put it in my backpack.

b)

The sun was shining; therefore, we decided to have a picnic in the park.

c)

Tom practiced his guitar every day; accordingly, he struggled with simple chords.

20.

Which sentence uses an incorrect conjunctive adverb?

a)

We wanted to go swimming; nevertheless, the pool was closed for maintenance.

b)

I studied for the test all week. As a result, I felt confident when I walked into the classroom.

c)

Tina ate a healthy breakfast; in summary, she packed a nutritious lunch for school.

21.

Which sentence uses an incorrect conjunctive adverb?

a)

The performance was thrilling. Instead, everyone in the theater stood and applauded at the end.

b)

Tom finished his chores early; subsequently, he had plenty of time to play video games.

c)

Hank woke up late; nevertheless, he managed to catch the bus on time.

22.

Which sentence uses an incorrect conjunctive adverb?

a)

Mindy is allergic to peanuts; consequently, she always checks food labels before eating.

b)

The cake was delicious. In contrast, everyone asked for the recipe.

c)

Alan studied for the science test; on the other hand, he forgot to review for the history quiz.

23.

Which sentence uses the correct conjunctive adverb?

a)

Leslie competed in the race; nonetheless, she set a personal record.

b)

Pat loves chocolate and vanilla ice cream; hence, he ordered a scoop of each for dessert.

c)

The dog barked loudly. Specifically, the cat ran up a tree to escape.

24.

Which sentence uses the correct conjunctive adverb?

a)

My family took a trip to the beach; however, we forgot to bring sunscreen.

b)

Tina aced the math test. Previously, her parents took her out to dinner.

c)

Jenny loves to dance; in contrast, she joined a dance class to improve her skills.

25.

Which sentence uses the correct conjunctive adverb?

a)

The weather was terribly cold; therefore, the kids had a blast playing baseball.

b)

Max didn't want to eat his vegetables; nevertheless, he hid them under his plate.

c)

We visited the museum in the morning. Afterwards, we had lunch at our favorite diner.

26.

Which sentence uses the correct conjunctive adverb?

a)

Ms. Davis explained the math problem; although, she gave us additional examples.

b)

The storm raged outside. Therefore, we sipped hot chocolate by the fireplace.

c)

Isabella enjoys painting; similarly, her brother likes to sculpt with clay.

27.

What's the best way to combine these sentences?:


I had to go to school.

My brother stayed home sick.

a)

I had to go to school; meanwhile, my brother stayed home sick.

b)

I had to go to school; furthermore, my brother stayed home sick.

c)

I had to go to school; therefore, my brother stayed home sick.

d)

I had to go to school; still, my brother stayed home sick.

28.

What's the best way to combine these sentences?:


Timmy likes unicorns.

Timmy likes lollipops.

a)

Timmy likes unicorns, so he likes lollipops.

b)

Because Timmy likes unicorns, he likes lollipops.

c)

Timmy likes unicorns; meanwhile, he likes lollipops.

d)

Timmy likes unicorns; additionally, he likes lollipops.

29.

What's the best way to combine these sentences?:


We wanted to go to the beach.

It started to rain.

We stayed at home.

a)

We wanted to go to the beach, but it started to rain; otherwise, we stayed home.

b)

We wanted to go to the beach; however, it started to rain, so we stayed home.

c)

We wanted to go to the beach; therefore, it started to rain, and we stayed home.

d)

It started to rain, but we wanted to go to the beach; therefore, we stayed home.

30.

Fill-in the blank.


He complained a lot; __________, no one helped him.

a)

however

b)

besides

c)

later

d)

still