Part A: Fill in the blanks using appropriate subordinating conjunctions form the
list below.
List: Because, since, unless, while, before, after, if, even though, as soon as, whenever, as
long as, provided that, in case, and although.
1. ____since______ it was snowing heavily, we decided to go sledding.
2. She studied hard for her test ____because______ she wanted to get a good grade.
3. I will bring an umbrella ___in case_______ it rains tomorrow.
4. ___even though_______ he loves to play soccer, he doesn’t like watching it on TV.
5. Please finish your meal ____after______ you can have dessert.
6. _whenever_________ she has a busy schedule, she always makes time for her friends.
7. The match will be exciting ____because______ both teams are very skilled.
8. ____although______ we leave early, we should avoid traffic on the way.
9. I will call you ____after______ I arrive at the airport.
10. He kept his promise __even though________ it was difficult to do so.
11. __as soon as________ we finish the project on time, we can take a break.
12. She smiled _while_________ she was feeling nervous about the presentation.
13. The kids can stay up late __whenever________ they finish their homework first.
14. We can go for a walk __in case________ it isn’t too chilly outside.
15. __although________ the movie was long, it was still very engaging.
16. I will help you with your homework __if________ you ask me nicely.
17. ___before_______ it was getting dark, we decided to head home.
18. The dog barked loudly __since________ someone knocked at the door.
19. ___if_______ you practice regularly, you will improve your skills.
20. She felt happy __after________ she received good news from her family.
Part B: Check whether the sentences are correct or incorrect; if incorrect,
correct them.
1. Although she was tired, she went to the party. C
2. He will not eat dessert, unless he finishes his dinner, he is very hungry.
3. Even though it was raining, we decided to continue our picnic. C
4. I will go for a run, while it is too hot outside.
5. Since they studied hard, they will pass the exam. C
6. She laughs because it was a funny joke.
7. You can borrow my pen, if you promise to return him/ it.
8. Before the meeting starts, I will send you the agenda.
9. After, they completed their project, they celebrated. C
10. The children can stay up late, if the parents said/say so.
11. Whenever, he visits the city, he always takes/take a tour.
12. The cat slept on the couch, since it was feeling tired.
13. As soon as she finishes her work, we will go out for dinner.
14. I could help you with your homework, if you ask me kindly.
15. He will go to the gym even though, he was tired.
16. While she was studying, her friends called her. C
17. Although he studies every night, he still fails his tests. C
18. The teacher will explain the lesson again, if the students asked/ask.
19. As long as you stay focused, you will do well in the exam. C
20. She doesn't like horror movies, because she feels scared when/while watching them.
Part C: Construct 20 sentences yourself. Use different scenarios like cause and
effect, contrast, condition, time, and etc.
1: Cause the weather is warm, so we have hat.
2: In case he was tired, he did not play.
3: Since they are poor, so they can`t learn.
4: Because Hamid is hungry, He doesn`t talk to her.
5: In case education system is not good, we want scholarships.
………………………………………………………………………………..
1: Although, People don`t try hard, but are complaining.
2: Even though, I exercised, but I am still fat.
3: Even after, many attempts, still now he fails.
4: Although they try a lot, but they can`t compete with us.
5: Even though you pass, they will be angry about your decision.
…………………………………………………………………………………
1: If you pay, you can pass.
2: they collect money provided that they can travel.
3: Unless, he apologizes, I will talk to him.
4: Before it starts raining, you should reach home.
5; If he had not squandered money, he would be rich.
…………………………………………………………………
1: As soon as the teacher entered the class, the students became silent.
2: Before leaving the house, make sure to turn off the lights.
3: After finishing my studies, I plan to work abroad.
4: By the time we reached the station, the train had already left.
