Conjunctions and Linking Words MCQs | English | One Paper

1. Question 1 of 100

   ___ the rain stopped, the children went back outside to play.

   A Whereas B Unless C Although D As soon as
2. Question 2 of 100

   He remained calm ___ everyone else around him was panicking.

   A as B since C even though D because
3. Question 3 of 100

   Renewable energy is becoming more affordable. ___, its adoption is likely to increase.

   A In contrast B Similarly C As a result D However
4. Question 4 of 100

   She was tired, ___ she decided to finish the report before sleeping.

   A for B so C yet D nor
5. Question 5 of 100

   ___ she was preparing dinner, the phone rang continuously.

   A Because of B While C Despite D Unless
6. Question 6 of 100

   He had already left the office ___ she called to inform him about the meeting.

   A whereas B although C by the time D despite
7. Question 7 of 100

   The evidence was inconclusive. ___, the jury reached a verdict of not guilty.

   A In addition B Moreover C Similarly D Nonetheless
8. Question 8 of 100

   ___ you complete the training, you will be certified.

   A Unless B Provided that C Despite D Although
9. Question 9 of 100

   To summarize, the report highlights three major challenges facing the industry.

   A In contrast B To summarize C However D Moreover
10. Question 10 of 100

    He has ___ the skills ___ the experience required for this position.

    A both / and B either / or C whether / or D neither / nor
11. Question 11 of 100

    Wait here ___ I come back from the office.

    A despite B until C because D whereas
12. Question 12 of 100

    She left the party early ___ she had an early flight the next morning.

    A despite B since C although D whereas
13. Question 13 of 100

    I called her twice, ___ she didn't answer either time.

    A nor B but C and D so
14. Question 14 of 100

    The first plan focuses on cost-cutting. ___, the second plan emphasizes revenue growth.

    A In addition B Consequently C Similarly D In contrast
15. Question 15 of 100

    Prices have risen sharply; ___, many families are struggling to make ends meet.

    A although B despite C because D therefore
16. Question 16 of 100

    He was such ___ brilliant student that he received a full scholarship.

    A a B too C an D so
17. Question 17 of 100

    She saved money every month ___ she could afford a new car.

    A despite B although C so that D because
18. Question 18 of 100

    Identify the sentence with a comma splice error that should instead use a coordinating conjunction:

    A It was cold, and I wore a jacket. B It was cold; I wore a jacket. C It was cold, so I wore a jacket. D It was cold, I wore a jacket.
19. Question 19 of 100

    The government increased fuel prices. ___, transportation costs rose sharply.

    A Nevertheless B However C Consequently D In contrast
20. Question 20 of 100

    The new policy aims to reduce emissions. ___, critics argue it may harm small businesses.

    A In addition B Similarly C Nevertheless D As a result
21. Question 21 of 100

    The bridge was poorly maintained; ___, it eventually collapsed.

    A because B although C consequently D despite
22. Question 22 of 100

    Identify the sentence correctly using 'during' (preposition) rather than 'while' (conjunction):

    A While the meeting, he took detailed notes. B During the meeting, he took detailed notes. C While of the meeting, he took notes. D During he attended the meeting, he took notes.
23. Question 23 of 100

    You can either finish your homework now, ___ you can do it after dinner.

    A but B and C or D nor
24. Question 24 of 100

    Choose the sentence with the correct use of 'for' as a coordinating conjunction (meaning 'because'):

    A He left early, but he had an important meeting. B He left early, for he had an important meeting. C He left early, so he had an important meeting. D He left early, or he had an important meeting.
25. Question 25 of 100

    He has been feeling unwell ___ he returned from his trip.

    A since B for C during D while
26. Question 26 of 100

    She was so exhausted ___ she fell asleep at her desk.

    A so B such C that D because
27. Question 27 of 100

    Choose the correct sentence using 'so' to show result:

    A It was raining heavily, nor we canceled the trip. B It was raining heavily, or we canceled the trip. C It was raining heavily, so we canceled the trip. D It was raining heavily, for we canceled the trip.
28. Question 28 of 100

    ___ the students ___ the teacher were satisfied with the new curriculum.

    A Both / and B Not only / but also C Neither / nor D Either / or
29. Question 29 of 100

    ___ the guests arrive, please make sure the hall is properly decorated.

    A Whereas B Although C Despite D By the time
30. Question 30 of 100

    ___ was she late ___ she forgot the documents entirely.

    A Not only / but also B Either / or C Both / and D Neither / or
31. Question 31 of 100

    It was ___ cold that we had to cancel the outdoor event.

    A such B so C very D too
32. Question 32 of 100

    She is fluent in French. ___, she can speak Spanish and Italian.

    A However B In contrast C Nevertheless D In addition
33. Question 33 of 100

    ___ the roads were blocked, we had to take a longer route.

    A Since B Whereas C Despite D Although
34. Question 34 of 100

    ___ he apologizes ___ he loses his job — those are the only two options.

    A Whether / or B Both / and C Not only / but also D Either / or
35. Question 35 of 100

    I don't know ___ he will attend the meeting ___ not.

    A neither / nor B whether / or C either / or D both / and
36. Question 36 of 100

    The plan was risky, ___ it ultimately succeeded.

    A for B but C nor D so
37. Question 37 of 100

    My brother enjoys action movies, ___ I prefer romantic comedies.

    A as B whereas C because D since
38. Question 38 of 100

    The manager will approve the leave ___ you inform him in advance.

    A although B as long as C whereas D despite
39. Question 39 of 100

    Identify the sentence that correctly uses 'as' to mean 'because' (not 'while'):

    A As time passed, things changed. B As she was cooking, the phone rang. C As he grew older, he became wiser. D As she was tired, she went to bed early.
40. Question 40 of 100

    She always locks the door ___ she leaves the house.

    A before B whereas C although D unless
41. Question 41 of 100

    Identify the sentence with the correct single-conjunction structure (no redundant pairing):

    A Because of he was late, so he missed the train. B Because he was late, he missed the train. C He was late, so because he missed the train. D Because he was late, so he missed the train.
42. Question 42 of 100

    Speak louder ___ everyone in the hall can hear you.

    A although B so that C despite D because
43. Question 43 of 100

    ___ he faced numerous obstacles, he never gave up on his dream.

    A Despite B Although C In spite of D Because of
44. Question 44 of 100

    ___ you apologize sincerely, she will not forgive you.

    A Provided that B If C Unless D As long as
45. Question 45 of 100

    ___ it was raining heavily, the match was postponed.

    A Although B Despite C Since D Whereas
46. Question 46 of 100

    On the one hand, remote work offers flexibility; ___, it can lead to isolation.

    A therefore B moreover C on the other hand D similarly
47. Question 47 of 100

    Take your umbrella ___ it rains later today.

    A unless B despite C although D in case
48. Question 48 of 100

    ___ my colleagues support remote work, I personally prefer working from the office.

    A Since B As C Because D While
49. Question 49 of 100

    Identify the sentence with the correct conjunction usage (not a preposition) to introduce a full clause of contrast:

    A Although the plan was risky, the board approved it. B In spite the plan was risky, the board approved it. C Despite the plan was risky, the board approved it. D Because of the plan was risky, the board approved it.
50. Question 50 of 100

    ___ the difficult circumstances, the team managed to complete the project on time.

    A Since B Because C Despite D Although
51. Question 51 of 100

    He whispered quietly ___ he wouldn't wake the baby.

    A because B so that C although D since
52. Question 52 of 100

    Identify the sentence that correctly avoids mixing a preposition with a clause:

    A Despite he lacked experience, he got the job. B Despite of his lack of experience, he got the job. C Despite his lack of experience, he got the job. D Despite that he lacked experience, he got the job.
53. Question 53 of 100

    Choose the correct time conjunction: '___ he finishes his homework, he will watch television.'

    A Whereas B Once C Despite D Although
54. Question 54 of 100

    I have neither the time ___ the energy to argue with you right now.

    A but B or C nor D and
55. Question 55 of 100

    The picnic will proceed as planned ___ it doesn't rain.

    A provided that B unless C despite D although
56. Question 56 of 100

    You should call the doctor ___ the symptoms persist for more than a week.

    A whereas B despite C as long as D although
57. Question 57 of 100

    Choose the correct sentence using 'because' followed by a full clause:

    A She was late because of the traffic was heavy. B She was late because the traffic was heavy. C She was late despite the traffic was heavy. D She was late because the heavy traffic.
58. Question 58 of 100

    Identify the sentence with a correlative conjunction ERROR:

    A He is neither rich or famous. B He is both rich and famous. C He is neither rich nor famous. D He is not only rich but also famous.
59. Question 59 of 100

    He didn't study, ___ he still passed the exam.

    A yet B and C so D for
60. Question 60 of 100

    ___ working overtime every day, he still couldn't finish the project.

    A Despite B Although C Because D Since
61. Question 61 of 100

    The weather was ___ bad that all flights were canceled.

    A such B very C too D so
62. Question 62 of 100

    The company is ___ profitable ___ environmentally responsible.

    A either / or B neither / nor C whether / or D both / and
63. Question 63 of 100

    She went to work ___ she had a severe fever.

    A although B because C as D since
64. Question 64 of 100

    You must submit the form ___ today ___ tomorrow morning at the latest.

    A neither / nor B both / and C not only / but also D either / or
65. Question 65 of 100

    Identify the sentence with the classic error of combining 'although' and 'but' (double conjunction error):

    A He was tired, but he continued working. B Although he was tired, he continued working. C Although he was tired, but he continued working. D He was tired, although he continued working.
66. Question 66 of 100

    She doesn't like coffee, ___ does she like tea.

    A nor B or C and D but
67. Question 67 of 100

    Choose the sentence that correctly distinguishes 'in spite of' (preposition) from 'though' (conjunction):

    A In spite of the heavy traffic, we arrived on time. B In spite the traffic was heavy, we arrived on time. C In spite of it was heavy traffic, we arrived on time. D In spite the heavy traffic, we arrived on time.
68. Question 68 of 100

    He was warned about the risks; ___, he decided to proceed with the investment.

    A nevertheless B similarly C moreover D furthermore
69. Question 69 of 100

    The proposal has several strong points; ___, it lacks a clear budget plan.

    A similarly B however C therefore D moreover
70. Question 70 of 100

    Choose the sentence that correctly uses 'though' (conjunction) with a full clause:

    A Despite the traffic was heavy, we arrived on time. B In spite the traffic was heavy, we arrived on time. C Because of the traffic was heavy, we arrived on time. D Though the traffic was heavy, we arrived on time.
71. Question 71 of 100

    The project was completed under budget. ___, the client was extremely satisfied.

    A As a result B However C Despite this D In contrast
72. Question 72 of 100

    The flight was delayed ___ the severe weather conditions affected visibility.

    A despite B although C as D whereas
73. Question 73 of 100

    Both companies reported declining sales. ___, both have decided to cut costs.

    A Similarly B In contrast C On the other hand D However
74. Question 74 of 100

    ___ he is the youngest in the team, he is the most experienced player.

    A As B Even though C Because D Since
75. Question 75 of 100

    ___ my brother ___ my sister is interested in studying abroad.

    A Not only / but also B Both / and C Neither / nor D Whether / or
76. Question 76 of 100

    ___ he studied hard, he failed the exam.

    A Since B Although C Because D As
77. Question 77 of 100

    The company reported strong profits this quarter. ___, it plans to expand into new markets.

    A Moreover B However C On the other hand D Nevertheless
78. Question 78 of 100

    She wants to know ___ to accept the job offer ___ decline it.

    A whether / or B both / and C neither / nor D either / or
79. Question 79 of 100

    Identify the sentence with the common Pakistani-English error of pairing 'although' with 'yet':

    A Although he was rich, yet he lived simply. B He was rich, although he lived simply. C Although he was rich, he lived simply. D He was rich, yet he lived simply.
80. Question 80 of 100

    Choose the correctly formed sentence distinguishing 'despite' (preposition) from 'although' (conjunction):

    A Despite the fact it was raining, we went for a walk is wordy but Although is more concise. B Despite it was raining, we went for a walk. C In spite it was raining, we went for a walk. D Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
81. Question 81 of 100

    They built a fence ___ the animals wouldn't escape.

    A since B because C although D so that
82. Question 82 of 100

    Choose the correctly formed sentence using 'because' (conjunction) with a full clause:

    A The match was postponed because of it was raining heavily. B The match was postponed because the heavy rain. C The match was postponed because it was raining heavily. D The match was postponed because of raining heavily.
83. Question 83 of 100

    Identify the sentence with an incorrect double negative using 'unless':

    A Unless you study hard, you will pass. B Unless you study, you will fail. C Unless you don't study, you will fail. D If you don't study, you will fail.
84. Question 84 of 100

    The traffic was ___ heavy that we missed our flight.

    A too B such C very D so
85. Question 85 of 100

    You can stay out late ___ you finish your homework first.

    A unless B as long as C despite D although
86. Question 86 of 100

    You will fail the course ___ you submit all the assignments.

    A if B because C although D unless
87. Question 87 of 100

    He studied late into the night ___ he might pass the entrance test.

    A because B although C lest D so that
88. Question 88 of 100

    Identify the sentence with the correct single-conjunction structure for expressing cause without redundancy:

    A Since it was raining, we stayed indoors. B It was raining, so since we stayed indoors. C Since it was raining, so we stayed indoors. D Since of it was raining, we stayed indoors.
89. Question 89 of 100

    It was ___ a cold day that we had to cancel the outdoor event.

    A such B so C very D too
90. Question 90 of 100

    Identify the sentence correctly using 'while' (conjunction) rather than 'during' (preposition):

    A While he was attending the meeting, he took detailed notes. B During he was attending the meeting, he took detailed notes. C While the meeting, he took detailed notes. D During attending the meeting, he took notes.
91. Question 91 of 100

    Choose the correctly formed sentence using 'because of' (preposition) with a noun phrase:

    A The match was postponed because heavy rain. B The match was postponed because of it was raining. C The match was postponed because the heavy rain. D The match was postponed because of the heavy rain.
92. Question 92 of 100

    She is ___ intelligent ___ hardworking, which explains her success.

    A neither / nor B either / or C not only / but also D both / nor
93. Question 93 of 100

    For example, the company reduced its workforce by ten percent last year.

    A However B Nevertheless C For example D Moreover
94. Question 94 of 100

    Neither the manager ___ his assistant showed up for the meeting.

    A but B and C or D nor
95. Question 95 of 100

    I will lend you the money ___ you promise to return it by next month.

    A although B despite C on condition that D unless
96. Question 96 of 100

    The team worked overtime for months. ___, they still missed the deadline.

    A Nevertheless B Moreover C Similarly D In addition
97. Question 97 of 100

    He must be at home, ___ his car is parked outside.

    A or B nor C but D for
98. Question 98 of 100

    He couldn't attend the ceremony ___ he was traveling abroad.

    A although B whereas C despite D as
99. Question 99 of 100

    She kept a diary carefully ___ she forget the important details of her journey.

    A so that B because C although D lest
100. Question 100 of 100

     Choose the sentence with correct subject-verb agreement for a 'not only...but also' structure:

     A Not only the manager but also the employees has been praised for their effort. B Not only the manager but also the employees were praised for their effort. C Not only the manager but also the employees was praised for their effort. D Not only the manager but also the employees is praised for their effort.

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