Question

Fill in the blank with appropriate conjunction:
I did not go to the show_____ I had already seen it.
A) until
B) because
C) so
D) but

Answer 1

Hint: Conjunctions are words that connect two or more words, phrases, or clauses. For example, I enjoy cooking and dining, but I despise doing the dishes afterwards. Coordinating, subordinating, and correlative conjunctions are the three forms of conjunctions.

Complete answer:
Coordinating conjunctions unite grammatically equal things, such as two words, two phrases, or two separate clauses. If we talk about subordinating conjunctions, because, if, although, since, until, and while are examples of this sort of conjunction. A dependent clause is introduced with a subordinating conjunction. Finally, correlative conjunctions are employed to unite grammatically equal items in a phrase and always come in pairs.

Let us consider the given options:
Option A) Until: Until is subordinating conjunction that connects dependent and independent clauses. It is a conjunction of time that indicates 'until the mentioned event occurs.'

Option B) because: It is a subordinating conjunction that shows the cause and effect relationship between two actions. used to demonstrate why something happens or why something is described in a certain way. Therefore, it is the correct option.

Option C) so: So is used as subordinating conjunction to introduce outcome or decision clauses. It can also be used to refer to a previously mentioned option, fact, or circumstance. Therefore, it is an incorrect option.

Option D) but: It is coordinating conjunction which means it joins like with like. When the second concept or statement differs from the first or seems startling after the first, it is used to connect the two.

Therefore the correct answer is option ‘B’ i.e, Because.

Note: There are a few key guidelines to remember when utilising conjunctions:
- Conjunctions connect nouns, sentences, and other components of speech, as well as thoughts, actions, and concepts.
- Make sure that all of the elements of your sentences agree when utilising conjunctions.
- A comma is rarely required when subordinating conjunction precedes an independent sentence.