Question 1

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. I would love to own an antique roll-top desk.
I need to save money for our family vacation.
A) I would love to own an antique roll-top desk because I need to save money for our family vacation.
B) I need to save money for our family vacation; consequently, I would love to own an antique roll-top desk.
C) I would love to own an antique roll-top desk, but I need to save money for our family vacation.

Accepted Answer

This choice uses the conjunction "but" to show the contrast between the desire for a desk and the need to save money for the family vacation. It is punctuated correctly with a comma before the conjunction. Choices A and B do not accurately reflect the relationship between the two sentences and/or are punctuated incorrectly.

Question 2

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?
A) Many people take the trail to work every day, for it is easy to get to, relatively flat, and safe. The only problem is that it is longer than the city route.
B) Many people take the trail to work every day, but it is easy to get to, relatively flat, and safe. The only problem is that it is longer than the city route.
C) Many people take the trail to work every day; since, it is easy to get to, relatively flat, and safe. The only problem is that it is longer than the city route.

Accepted Answer

Option A correctly uses the conjunction "for" to explain why many people take the trail to work, and the punctuation is correct.

Question 3

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Angelo lost his key during football practice.
He could not get into the house that night.
A) Angelo lost his key during football practice; consequently, he could not get into the house that night.
B) Angelo lost his key during football practice for he could not get into the house that night.
C) Because Angelo could not get into the house last night, he lost his key during football practice.

Accepted Answer

Choice A joins the two simple sentences using the conjunctive adverb "consequently," indicating a cause and effect relationship between the two ideas. The semicolon correctly separates the two independent clauses.

Question 4

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) Everyone found the dish delicious consequently they asked what its name was.
B) Everyone found the dish delicious; however they asked what its name was.
C) Everyone found the dish delicious; therefore, they asked what its name was.

Accepted Answer

Option A is incorrect because "consequently" is used incorrectly. "Consequently" means "as a result," which doesn't fit well in the sentence. Option B is an incorrect comma splice. Option C is correct because "therefore" is used correctly as a conjunctive adverb and the sentence is properly punctuated with a semicolon and comma.

Question 5

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?
A) It follows exactly the river's path, or the river bends and twists its way into the city. A straight trip on city streets would be two miles shorter.
B) Because it follows exactly the river's path, the river bends and twists its way into the city. A straight trip on city streets would be two miles shorter.
C) It follows exactly the river's path, and the river bends and twists its way into the city. A straight trip on city streets would be two miles shorter.

Accepted Answer

The conjunction "and" is correctly used to connect the two independent clauses. No conjunction or conjunctive adverb is needed in this context. The comma before "and" is also correctly placed before the coordinating conjunction.

Question 6

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner.
Only twenty people had responded to the invitation.
A) Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner because only twenty people had responded to the invitation.
B) Only twenty people had responded to the invitation for Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner.
C) Since only twenty people had responded to the invitation Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner.

Accepted Answer

Choice A correctly joins the two simple sentences with the conjunction "because" and is punctuated correctly with a comma before "because." Choice B is incorrect because it uses the word "for" incorrectly as a conjunction. Choice C is awkwardly worded and would be better phrased as "Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner since only twenty people had responded to the invitation," but still uses "since" as a conjunction, which is not as clear as "because" in this context.

Question 7

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. You can wait here for your prescription to be filled. It will take fifteen minutes.
A) You can wait here for your prescription to be filled or it will take fifteen minutes.
B) You can wait here for your prescription to be filled since it will take fifteen minutes.
C) It will take fifteen minutes, however, you can wait here for your prescription to be filled.

Accepted Answer

The correct conjunction to use here is "since," as it shows the cause-and-effect relationship between the two sentences. The correct punctuation for this compound sentence is to include a comma before the conjunction "since." Thus, option B is the best choice. Option A is incorrect because "or" does not show the correct relationship between the two sentences. Option C is incorrect because "however" suggests a contradiction, which does not exist between these two sentences.

Question 8

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) When a Chinese official visited this country late in the nineteenth century, his American hosts asked him to cook a Chinese meal.
B) A Chinese official visited this country late in the nineteenth century, when his American hosts asked him to cook a Chinese meal.
C) A Chinese official visited this country late in the nineteenth century, consequently, his American hosts asked him to cook a Chinese meal.

Accepted Answer

Option A uses the conjunction "when" correctly to show the temporal relationship between the two events. It is also punctuated correctly with a comma before the conjunction. Option B uses "when" correctly but incorrectly punctuates it with a comma after the conjunction. Option C uses "consequently" incorrectly as it indicates causation, which is not applicable in this context.

Question 9

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?
A) The bike trail is one of the nicest places I know. It runs alongside the river so it takes riders through the most beautiful scenery you can find this close to the city.
B) The bike trail is one of the nicest places I know. Because it runs alongside the river, it takes riders through the most beautiful scenery you can find this close to the city.
C) The bike trail is one of the nicest places I know. It runs alongside the river, therefore it takes riders through the most beautiful scenery you can find this close to the city.

Accepted Answer

Choice B uses the conjunction "because" correctly to show the cause-and-effect relationship between the trail running alongside the river and the beautiful scenery. The punctuation is also correct with a comma after "river" to set off the dependent clause. Choice A is missing a conjunction or conjunctive adverb to connect the two sentences, and choice C uses "therefore" incorrectly as it suggests a conclusion or result rather than a cause-and-effect relationship.

Question 10

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Marcia wanted to hire the actor.
She was concerned about his bad temper.
A) Marcia wanted to hire the actor, but she was concerned about his bad temper.
B) Marcia wanted to hire the actor however she was concerned about his bad temper.
C) Since she was concerned about his bad temper Marcia wanted to hire the actor.

Accepted Answer

A is the best choice because it correctly combines the two simple sentences using the coordinating conjunction "but," which signals a contrast between the desire to hire the actor and the concern about his bad temper. The sentence is also correctly punctuated with a comma before the conjunction to separate the two clauses. Option B is incorrect because "however" is not a coordinating conjunction, and the sentence is missing a comma before it to separate the two clauses. Option C is incorrect because the subordinating conjunction "since" suggests a causal relationship that does not accurately reflect the two separate concerns expressed in the original sentences.

Question 11

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) None of the right ingredients was available therefore he told his cook to buy anything that looked interesting.
B) None of the right ingredients was available because he told his cook to buy anything that looked interesting.
C) Because none of the right ingredients was available, he told his cook to buy anything that looked interesting.

Accepted Answer

The correct use of a conjunction or conjunctive adverb is to connect two independent clauses. In this case, the first clause is "Because none of the right ingredients was available" and the second clause is "he told his cook to buy anything that looked interesting." The comma after "available" is necessary to separate the two clauses. Options A and B are incorrect because "therefore" and "because" are used to connect an independent clause and a dependent clause, and they are not punctuated correctly.

Question 12

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. I couldn't bring the clients both to and from the conference.
Betty offered to drive one way.
A) Betty offered to drive one way so I couldn't bring the clients both to and from the conference.
B) I couldn't bring the clients both to and from the conference, therefore Betty offered to drive one way.
C) Because I couldn't bring the clients both to and from the conference, Betty offered to drive one way.

Accepted Answer

Option C uses the conjunction "because" to show the cause-and-effect relationship between the two sentences. The comma after "conference" creates a clear separation between the two independent clauses, and the period is used to end the sentence after "one way."

Question 13

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Stephen cleans the kitchen and bathroom once a week.
They always look cluttered and messy.
A) Stephen cleans the kitchen and bathroom once a week, so they always look cluttered and messy.
B) Stephen cleans the kitchen and bathroom once a week; however, they always look cluttered and messy.
C) They always look cluttered and messy, although Stephen cleans the kitchen and bathroom once a week.

Accepted Answer

Option B uses the conjunctive adverb "however" to show a contrast between the two sentences. It is also punctuated correctly with a semicolon before "however" and a comma after it. Option A uses "so" incorrectly as it indicates a cause and effect relationship that does not exist in the sentences. Option C uses "although" incorrectly as it suggests that Stephen cleaning the kitchen and bathroom once a week is the reason why they look cluttered and messy.

Question 14

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Audrey was late for work.
She had to drive her sister to school.
A) Because Audrey was late for work, she had to drive her sister to school.
B) Audrey had to drive her sister to school, so she was late for work.
C) Audrey was late for work although she had to drive her sister to school.

Accepted Answer

The correct choice is B because it logically connects the two events with the conjunction "so," indicating that driving her sister to school was the reason Audrey was late for work.

Question 15

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.
They can't afford a house.
A) Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment yet they can't afford a house.
B) Because they can't afford a house, Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.
C) They can't afford a house, therefore Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment.

Accepted Answer

This choice correctly uses the conjunctive adverb "because" to show the cause-and-effect relationship between Rhonda's parents not being able to afford a house and their decision to rent an apartment. It is also punctuated with a comma after "house" to separate the two clauses.

Question 16

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentences are correct?
A) Because he did not pronounce the English words clearly, the American listeners thought he said, "Chop suey." That is what they called the new dish.
B) Because the American listeners thought he said, "Chop suey," he did not pronounce the English words clearly. That is what they called the new dish.
C) He did not pronounce the English words clearly, because the American listeners thought he said, "Chop suey." That is what they called the new dish.

Accepted Answer

Choice A uses the subordinating conjunction "because" correctly to show the cause and effect relationship between the two clauses. The conjunction is followed by a comma to separate the dependent and independent clauses.

Question 17

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Beth has an insatiable appetite for fatty foods.
She will have to cut down if she wants to stay trim.
A) Although Beth has an insatiable appetite for fatty foods, she will have to cut down if she wants to stay trim.
B) Even though she will have to cut down if she wants to stay trim Beth has an insatiable appetite for fatty foods.
C) Beth has an insatiable appetite for fatty foods nevertheless she will have to cut down if she wants to stay trim.

Accepted Answer

Choice A uses the conjunction "although" to show contrast between the two ideas. It is also punctuated correctly with a comma before the conjunction. Choices B and C are both incorrect as they do not use appropriate conjunctions and do not have correct punctuation.

Question 18

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) Many people consider chop suey a Chinese dish, for it was invented in the United States.
B) Many people consider chop suey a Chinese dish, but it was invented in the United States.
C) Many people consider chop suey a Chinese dish yet it was invented in the United States.

Accepted Answer

The sentence needs a coordinating conjunction (such as "but") to properly join the two independent clauses. A conjunctive adverb (such as "yet") also needs a semicolon before it to join the two independent clauses correctly. Therefore, only choice B is correct as it uses a coordinating conjunction ("but") and is punctuated correctly.

Question 19

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, although he invented the name "chop-soya."
B) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, so he invented the name "chop-soya."
C) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, therefore, he invented the name "chop-soya."

Accepted Answer

The conjunction "so" is used correctly to show the cause and effect relationship between the official seeing the chopsticks and soy sauce and inventing the name "chop-soya." It is also punctuated correctly with a comma before the conjunction "so." Choice A is incorrect because "although" suggests a contradiction or unexpected observation, which does not make sense in this context. Choice C is incorrect because "therefore" suggests a logical conclusion, which is not necessarily the case here. Additionally, it is punctuated incorrectly with a comma after "therefore."

Question 20

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) The cook steamed everything in a big pot, and he seasoned the mixture with soy sauce.
B) The cook steamed everything in a big pot so he seasoned the mixture with soy sauce.
C) The cook steamed everything in a big pot, yet he seasoned the mixture with soy sauce.

Accepted Answer

The correct conjunction to use in this sentence is "and" because it indicates that both actions were performed. The comma before "and" is also correct because it separates two independent clauses. Choice B is not correct because "so" implies causation between the two actions, but they are not necessarily related. Choice C is not the best because "yet" implies a contrast between the two actions, but there is no real contrast between steaming and seasoning.

Quiz 27: Coordination and Subordination

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. I would love to own an antique roll-top desk. I need to save money for our family vacation.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Angelo lost his key during football practice. He could not get into the house that night.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Arthur was anxious about the benefit dinner. Only twenty people had responded to the invitation.

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. You can wait here for your prescription to be filled. It will take fifteen minutes.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and the punctuation is correct. Which sentences are correct?

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Marcia wanted to hire the actor. She was concerned about his bad temper.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. I couldn't bring the clients both to and from the conference. Betty offered to drive one way.

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Stephen cleans the kitchen and bathroom once a week. They always look cluttered and messy.

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Audrey was late for work. She had to drive her sister to school.

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Rhonda's parents chose to rent an apartment. They can't afford a house.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentences are correct?

Select the answer that joins each pair of simple sentences with conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs correctly and is punctuated correctly. Beth has an insatiable appetite for fatty foods. She will have to cut down if she wants to stay trim.

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?

The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?