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Conjuctions

ICSE · Class 8 · English Language: Grammar and Composition

Summary of Conjuctions for ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Conjunctions are words used to join other words, groups of words, or sentences. They are also called linkers or connectors. They help ideas flow smoothly and show the relationship between two parts of a sentence.

Key Concepts

And is used to join similar

And is used to join similar facts or statements.

But is used to express opposition

But is used to express opposition or contrast between two statements.

Or is used to express

Or is used to express a choice between two alternatives.

So shows the result of something

So shows the result of something, while because shows the reason for something.

These conjunctions show purpose of

These conjunctions show purpose of an action. Lest is always followed by should.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the meaning and use of conjunctions.
  • Recognize common conjunctions such as and, but, or, so, because, although, if, when, where, as, that, if, and whether.
  • Distinguish between result, reason, purpose, contrast, condition, time, place, manner, and reported speech.
  • Use conjunctions correctly in sentences.
  • Avoid common errors such as confusing so with because or using lest without should.

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Conjuctions covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 8 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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