Grammar included: “Using Conjunctions in English”
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GRAMMAR SECTION
What is a conjunction?
A conjunction in English grammar is a word that connects clauses, sentences, words, or phrases. The primary purpose of conjunctions is to link parts of a sentence to make it more cohesive and to signal the relationships between those parts. There are three main types of conjunctions: coordinating conjunctions (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so), which connect elements of equal importance; subordinating conjunctions (because, although, while, since), which introduce dependent clauses; and correlative conjunctions (neither…nor, either…or, not only…but also), which work in pairs to connect equivalent elements. Understanding how to use conjunctions can improve your writing by making it more nuanced and clear.
CONJUNCTION WORD LIST: and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet, because, although, unless, whereas, while, after, before, since, until, when, whenever, where, wherever.
Movie Study One: TITANIC
Section One:
The Titanic, often remembered for its tragic voyage, was a marvel of its time and, despite its fate, remains a symbol of human ambition and technological prowess. Launched in 1912, it boasted advanced safety features but, tragically these were not sufficient and, when tested against nature’s might during its maiden journey across the Atlantic, they failed to save the ship from disaster. Its sinking not only led to changes in maritime safety regulations but also, it became a poignant reminder of the limits of human engineering.
Conjunctions used: and, but, not only
Now let’s recap any new vocabulary:
GRAMMAR: Q1
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the conjunction ‘although’ to indicate a contrast?
A) Although she felt tired, she decided to finish her work.
B) She decided although she felt tired, to finish her work.
C) She felt tired, although she decided to finish her work.
D) Although her work, she felt tired but decided to finish.
OPTIONAL: Now write a sentence using the conjunction: “not only but also”
Video Listening Section ONE: Watch the 4 minute video and answer the three questions below:
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- CONJUNCTIONS: During the video read the subtitles to list any conjunctions you can see.
- OBSERVATION: What was the name of the captain of the Titanic?
- RESEARCH: Where was the captain of the Titanic from?
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Section Two:
In stories and films alike, the Titanic has been romanticized as much for its grandeur as for the emotional human narratives that unfolded during its final hours. Passengers from all walks of life shared the decks, yet their fates were intertwined by a single event and, as the ship descended into the icy depths, their stories converged into a collective legacy of bravery, despair and, ultimately, humanity’s resilience.
Conjunctions used: as much for, yet, and
Now let’s recap any new vocabulary:
GRAMMAR: Q2
Question 2:
Select the sentence that accurately combines the two sentences into one using the conjunction ‘unless.’
A) She will not go to the party unless her friend goes with her.
B) Unless her friend will go with her, she will not go to the party.
C) She will go to the party unless her friend will go with her.
D) Unless her friend with her goes, she will not go to the party.
OPTIONAL: Now write a sentence using the conjunction: “as much as”
Section Three:
Today, the Titanic continues to captivate people around the world who seek to learn from its history or simply explore the enduring tale that seems both distant and familiar. Artifacts recovered from the wreck provide glimpses into those moments frozen in time while researchers tirelessly study every aspect of the ship’s design and journey to uncover what exactly transpired on that fateful night before it slipped beneath the waves.
Conjunctions used: or, while, before
Now let’s recap any new vocabulary:
Grammar Q3
Question 3:
Identify which sentence correctly uses ‘even though’ as a conjunction.
A) He enjoys walking to work every day even though it takes longer than driving.
B) Even though he enjoys, walking to work every day takes longer than driving.
C) It takes longer than driving, even though he enjoys walking to work every day.
D) Walking to work every day, even though it takes longer than driving he enjoys.
OPTIONAL: Now write a sentence using the conjunction: “while”
THIS WEEK’S COMMON EXTRESSION:
“Don’t put all your eggs in one basket”
The expression “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” is an idiom that means you should not concentrate all your prospects or resources in one thing or place because you could lose everything if that thing or place fails. It’s a warning against risking all your chances of success on a single venture or investment. The idea is to diversify your risks.
Example sentence: When investing your money, it’s wise to diversify your portfolio—don’t put all your eggs in one basket.
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ANSWERS
Question 1:
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the conjunction ‘although’ to indicate a contrast?
A) Although she felt tired, she decided to finish her work.
B) She decided although she felt tired, to finish her work.
C) She felt tired, although she decided to finish her work.
D) Although her work, she felt tired but decided to finish.
Correct answer: A
Question 2:
Select the sentence that accurately combines the two sentences into one using the conjunction ‘unless.’
A) She will not go to the party; unless her friend goes with her.
B) Unless her friend will go with her, she will not go to the party.
C) She will go to the party unless her friend will go with her.
D) Unless her friend with her goes, she will not go to the party.
Correct answer: B
Question 3:
Identify which sentence correctly uses ‘even though’ as a conjunction.
A) He enjoys walking to work every day even though it takes longer than driving.
B) Even though he enjoys, walking to work every day takes longer than driving.
C) It takes longer than driving, even though he enjoys walking to work every day.
D) Walking to work every day, even though it takes longer than driving he enjoys.
Correct answer: A