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conjunctions

  • HESI A2
  • Grammar
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  • Difficulty 2 of 5

Question

Which highlighted words function as conjunctions in these workplace sentences? Select all that apply.

  1. The clerk called and the courier answered.✓ Correct

    Correct. "And" joins the two clauses.

  2. The folder is on the cart.✗ Incorrect

    Here, "on" introduces a location phrase.

  3. The lights work, but the fan is silent.✓ Correct

    Correct. "But" connects contrasting clauses.

  4. Place the label in the tray.✗ Incorrect

    Here, "in" introduces a location phrase.

  5. Send a message or call the office.✓ Correct

    Correct. "Or" joins alternative actions.

Answer

A. The clerk called and the courier answered. · C. The lights work, but the fan is silent. · E. Send a message or call the office.

Rationale

Conjunctions can connect clauses or alternatives. In these sentences, "and," "but," and "or" serve that connecting role.

RememberLook for the word that connects ideas or alternatives.

Sources

  • 3. Capitalization Rules U.S. Government Publishing Office · License: US government work (public domain) · Retrieved · Page 15

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