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The conjunction but is also used to combine two sentences
into one. However, the use of the conjunction but expresses
contrast in the sentence, while the conjunction and expresses
addition.

! Hint: When using conjunctions, make sure to join words or
groups of words of the same type. Later in your studies, other
conjunctions will be introduced that combine elements that
are different. These conjunctions have different rules.

7.5 Review Exercises

A Underline the conjunction in each sentence.

1. Does Ben have a brother and a sister?
2. She plays the piano and the guitar.
3. Jake eats hot dogs or pizza for dinner.
4. Anna and Andy play outside.
5. The flowers are blue and pink.
6. He does not like eggs or bacon.
7. She sings and dances.

B Determine whether the conjunction in red type expresses
addition, a choice, or contrast. Write A for addition, CH for
a choice, or C for contrast.
1. Ben likes ice cream, but Susan likes popsicles. _____
2. She will go to the party or to the beach. _____
3. Maria and Jake watch television. _____
4. They see the stars and the moon. _____
5. The dog barks, but the cat purrs. _____
6. Ben walks or takes the bus. _____
7. He dives and jumps in the water. _____
C Complete each sentence with the appropriate conjunction.
Choose one of the following: and, or, but.
1. He enjoys reading _____________ running.
2. Will he dance with Susan _____________ Maria?
3. Anna has brown hair _____________ blue eyes.
4. He wants to swim, _____________ she wants to surf.
5. Ben _____________ Maria go to school together.
6. Does she like roses _____________ tulips?
7. He likes football, _____________ he prefers soccer.

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