He could not come _____ he was ill. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

He could not come _____ he was ill.
A. so
B. because
C. but
D. unless
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
'Because' states the reason for not coming.

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Practice More Conjunctions Questions

Question #1
I will go to the market _____ I need to buy vegetables.
A. unless
B. though
C. because
D. if

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
'Because' gives reason for going.

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Question #2
The soup was so tasty _____ I had two bowls.
A. but
B. that
C. than
D. as

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
'So ... that' shows result.

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Question #3
I do not know _____ she will come or not.
A. unless
B. that
C. if
D. whether

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Whether' is used with 'or not' for alternatives.

This question belongs to: English Conjunctions