Application of Skills Directions:
Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 21 to choose the best answer to complete the following sentences.
My boss wants me to take a computer class, _____ it's difficult to work and attend school.
A) for
B) and
C) but
D) so

Question

Application of Skills Directions:
Apply the knowledge you have gained from Chapter 21 to choose the best answer to complete the following sentences.
My boss wants me to take a computer class, _____ it's difficult to work and attend school.
A) for
B) and
C) but
D) so

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sentence is presenting a contrast between two ideas: the boss wants the speaker to take a computer class, but it is difficult to work and attend school. Therefore, the appropriate conjunction to use is "but."