Question

Choose the appropriate conjunction to fill in the blank:
I want you to come to the party but_________ you don’t want to come, that’s all right.
a. When
b. Therefore
c. As well as
d. If

Answer 1

Hint: Meaning of Conjunctions - Conjunctions are linking or joining words that connect other words and phrases together.
The sentence represents a sense of condition in it.

Complete answer:
Option a ‘When’ is the incorrect option. When is used - To enhance the effectiveness of one’s questions by more precisely directing the client’s attention, to specify the context in which a particular question is asked. The sentence does not do either of these and hence is incorrect.
Option b ‘Therefore’ is a conjunction that is used as a transition word in sentences and paragraphs. It shows the process of cause and effect between independent clauses. The sentence does not present any cause or effect and thus, it is the incorrect option.
Option c ‘As well as’ is a conjunction. It means in addition. The sentence does not inform addition of anything but hints at a condition. So, this option is also incorrect.
Option d ‘If’ is used in an event where a condition is placed for something to happen. It depends on a former sentence for the latter to take place. It is used in conditional sentences. So, option d is the correct option. In the sentence, if the person does not want to come, the speaker will be fine with it.

Note: If statements are used as decisions to check a series of possible conditions. A different action for each condition is decided depending on the outcome.