Use the correct pair of correlative conjunctions
Key Notes:
π Correlative Conjunctions
β¨ What are Correlative Conjunctions? |
Correlative conjunctions are pairs of words that work together to connect equal parts of a sentence (words, phrases, or clauses). π«
π Common Correlative Conjunctions |
either β¦ or β Choice between two things β
- π Example: You can either eat pizza or pasta. ππ
neither β¦ nor β Negative choice (not this and not that) β
- π Example: She likes neither tea nor coffee. π΅β
both β¦ and β Adding two things together β
- π Example: I like both cats and dogs. π±πΆ
not only β¦ but also β Emphasizing two ideas π‘
- π Example: He is not only smart but also kind. π§ π
whether β¦ or β Shows alternatives / possibilities π
- π Example: I donβt know whether it will rain or shine. π§οΈβοΈ
π Tips to Remember |
- Always use correlative conjunctions in pairs. π―
- Make sure the sentence parts they connect are equal in structure. βοΈ
- Donβt mix them up! β (either β¦ nor β)
π Quick Practice Sentences |
Fill in the blanks with the correct pair:
- You can have _____ ice cream _____ cake. π¨π°
- She wants _____ to dance _____ to sing. ππ€
- He is _____ tall _____ strong. πͺ
- I will go _____ to the park _____ to the zoo. ποΈπ¦
- She likes _____ chocolate _____ vanilla. π«π¦
Let’s practice!ποΈ