Common Conjunctions and Punctuation Practice

Common Conjunctions

1                                        2
1.meet                              1. but                   9. therefore
2.Monday                         2. owing to          10. however
3.cooking                         3. due to
4.yet                                4. so
5.Spanish                        5. if
6.quickly                         6. or
7.song              
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English Language Exercises: Vocabulary, Grammar, and Comprehension

Match A to B to form sentences. Pay attention to the words in bold.

  1. I want to find a low-cost flight because I want to have money to spend later.
  2. You didn’t pay attention to my warning, so that’s the reason that you FAILED.
  3. Maria was satisfied when she worked out the problem.
  4. In a democracy, people have the freedom to CHOOSE THEIR POLITICIANS.
  5. While we were in Japan, we saw a performance of actors wearing traditional costumes.
  6. I went to the shop to exchange a gift that I didn’t like.
  7. Philip carried
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101 Short Story Ideas: Creative Writing Prompts & Inspiration

Short Story Ideas…


Story Ideas with Three Elements

Choose three elements from the list below and write a story that incorporates all of them! For an extra challenge, combine three elements with another short story idea from this page.

  1. A stolen ring, fear of spiders, and a sinister stranger.
  2. A taxi, an old enemy, and Valentine’s Day.
  3. Identical twins, a party invitation, and a locked closet.
  4. A broken wristwatch, peppermints, and a hug that goes too far.
  5. Aerobics, a secret diary, and something unpleasant
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Conjunctions in English: Connecting Words, Phrases, and Clauses

Conjunctions in English

What is a Conjunction?

A conjunction is a part of speech that connects words, sentences, phrases, or clauses. They express relationships like result, reason, purpose, and contrast.

Types of Conjunctions

Coordinating Conjunctions

Coordinating conjunctions, also known as coordinators, join elements of equal syntactic importance. Examples include:

  • For: Presents a reason (e.g., “He is gambling with his health, for he has been smoking far too long.”)
  • And: Presents non-contrasting items
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Olga’s Journey: Unraveling the Mystery of Oscar Dalmau

Chapter 1: A New Beginning in Tarragona

Olga Puig and her seventeen-year-old daughter, Txell, had recently relocated from Barcelona to Tarragona for Olga’s work. Txell, feeling isolated in her new school, was paired with a boy for a language assignment. Meanwhile, Olga, a doctor, was overwhelmed with work and haunted by memories of her late husband, Oscar Dalmau, a journalist who had tragically drowned at sea.

Chapter 2: Unexpected Connections

Txell’s classmate, Arnau, was facing his own challenges.

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Exploring Perspectives: Tattoos and Cosmetic Surgery

FOR AND AGAINST: Tattoos

Tattoos have served as a form of personal expression and art for centuries. However, their rising popularity has ignited discussions about their impact on individuals and society. Let’s delve into the arguments for and against tattoos as a means of self-expression.

Advantages:

  • Manifestation of Identity: Tattoos empower individuals to express, celebrate, and explore their sense of self.
  • Promotion of Diversity: Tattoos contribute to self-confidence and open-mindedness, fostering
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