either.........or, neither........nor, otherwise, or else to express choice Likewise, similarly to denote comparison where, wherever to denote place Now, let us see various types of Conjunctions and practise how to use them in sentences. I. Coordinating Conjunctions: . I rang up but he didn’t speak to me.
. Slow and steady wins the race. . Finish your work or you will not be sent home.
. The child was ill so he was admitted in the hospital. . He is rich for he is hard-working.
II. Subordinating Conjunctions: . Unless you work hard, you cannot secure good marks. .
Wait till I return. . He is honest, though he is poor. .
As John is very weak, he is not able to walk fast. . I will return home after sunset. .
My uncle entered my house, while I was doing my homework. III. Correlative Conjunctions: . Sheeba is both a singer and a dancer.
. Neither Jane nor Ram has attended the function. . No sooner did the teacher enter the class than the boys stood up.
. Scarcely had they gone out when it started raining. . The car is not only economical but also feels good to drive.
10th - - EXERCISE: A. Complete the sentences given below choosing the right connectors given in brackets. . Call me you need money.
(so that, in order that, in case) . I forgot I had to meet the Principal. (whether, that, if) . he is ninety years old, he is in the pink of health.
(when, since, though) . It is raining. Take an umbrella you will get drenched. (or else, and, but) .
They faced many hardships they are always cheerful. (although, nevertheless, otherwise) B. Fill in the blanks with the connector that goes with the underlined words. .
Both the minister the officers visited the affected areas. . Jaya teaches not only English Science. .
Either Raghu Bala will have to buy vegetables from the market. . No sooner did I enter the house