Asked by Hannah Fisher on Jun 05, 2024
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The following sentences form a paragraph. For each set of choices, select the answer in which conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs are used correctly and that is punctuated correctly. Which sentence is correct?
A) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, although he invented the name "chop-soya."
B) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, so he invented the name "chop-soya."
C) The official saw a pair of chopsticks on the table with a bottle of soy sauce standing next to them, therefore, he invented the name "chop-soya."
Soy Sauce
A dark, salty liquid condiment, traditionally made by fermenting soybeans and wheat, used in various cuisines, particularly East Asian and Southeast Asian.
Conjunctions
Words that connect clauses, sentences, or words in a sentence, such as "and", "but", and "or".
Punctuated Correctly
The use of correct punctuation marks in writing to clarify meaning and indicate sentence structure.
- Identify and execute the correct use of connecting words, encompassing conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to correctly unify simple sentences.
- Effectively punctuate compound and complex sentences that involve conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs.
Verified Answer
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Vassant VelooJun 06, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The conjunction "so" is used correctly to show the cause and effect relationship between the official seeing the chopsticks and soy sauce and inventing the name "chop-soya." It is also punctuated correctly with a comma before the conjunction "so." Choice A is incorrect because "although" suggests a contradiction or unexpected observation, which does not make sense in this context. Choice C is incorrect because "therefore" suggests a logical conclusion, which is not necessarily the case here. Additionally, it is punctuated incorrectly with a comma after "therefore."
Learning Objectives
- Identify and execute the correct use of connecting words, encompassing conjunctions and conjunctive adverbs, to correctly unify simple sentences.
- Effectively punctuate compound and complex sentences that involve conjunctions or conjunctive adverbs.