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ICSE · Class 8 · English Language: Grammar and Composition

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Definition of conjunctionAlternative names for conjunctionsAndButOrComparison of basic conjunctionsSo and becauseSo
Card 1Definition of conjunction

What is a conjunction?

Answer

A conjunction is a word used to join other words, groups of words, or sentences. Conjunctions are also called linkers or connectors.

Card 2Alternative names for conjunctions

What do the words linkers and connectors mean in grammar?

Answer

They are other names for conjunctions. These words join parts of a sentence or join complete sentences together.

Card 3And

How is and used in a sentence?

Answer

And is used to join similar facts or statements. Example: She set the alarm and went to sleep.

Card 4But

How is but used in a sentence?

Answer

But is used to express opposition or contrast between two statements. Example: I tried my best but I could not open the cupboard.

Card 5Or

How is or used in a sentence?

Answer

Or is used to express a choice between two alternatives. Example: You can pay cash or you can give a bank draft.

Card 6Comparison of basic conjunctions

Compare and, but, and or.

Answer

And joins similar facts or statements. But shows opposition or contrast. Or shows a choice between two alternatives.

Card 7So and because

What is the difference between so and because?

Answer

So suggests the result of something, while because suggests the reason for something. Example: He liked her, so he married her. He liked her because she was very sincere.

Card 8So

What does so show in a sentence?

Answer

So shows the result of an action or situation. Example: The car broke down, so we had to walk to the school.

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What are the important topics in Conjuctions for ICSE Class 8 English Language: Grammar and Composition?
Key topics in Conjuctions include Meaning and Basic Use, And, But, Or, So and Because, So That, In Order That, Lest. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
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