English Grammar Conjunctions for Class 7

English Grammar Conjunctions for Class 7 – A Complete Guide

Conjunctions are the glue that hold our sentences together. They help us connect words, phrases, and ideas to create smooth and meaningful sentences. For Class 7 students, mastering conjunctions is a crucial step toward improving both spoken and written English. Whether it’s joining two thoughts, combining actions, or showing contrast, conjunctions play a key role in everyday communication.

At PlanetSpark, we believe that building a strong foundation in grammar from a young age sets the stage for confident communication and academic success. Our expert-led English classes are designed to make grammar fun, interactive, and easy to understand for students of all levels. In this blog, we’ll explore the different types of conjunctions, their uses, and examples tailored for Class 7 learners, so your child can write and speak with clarity and confidence!

What are conjunctions for class 7?

Conjunctions are words that join words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. Common conjunctions include “and,” “but,” and “or.” They help form compound and complex sentences by linking ideas logically. Class 7 students use conjunctions to improve sentence fluency and connect thoughts more clearly in writing.

Students need to know about the various types of conjunctions and how to use them in daily conversations and writing. They must also learn how to use them in their written work. This article will focus on the basic conjunctions for class 7 and how they are used in sentences.

Consider these sentences.

  1. Meeta likes pizza and pastries.
  2. Is she her friend or not?
  3. Kavish is playing, but Khushi is studying.
  4. Everyone hates Priya because she is rude.

The highlighted words - ‘and’, ‘or’, ‘but’ and ‘because’ - are conjunctions. They join two sentences, phrases, or clauses, and are known as joining words.

Kinds of conjunctions

Conjunctions are of three kinds: coordinating, subordinating and correlative.

  1. Coordinating conjunctions

Coordinating conjunctions join words or groups of words of equal importance in the sentence.

For example, in the sentence, ‘We will have to leave early, but we will be back in time for lunch’, ‘but’ is a coordinating conjunction that joins clauses of equal importance.

Other coordination conjunctions include ‘and’, ‘but’, ‘or’, ‘not’, ‘for’, ‘yet’, and ‘so’.

More examples:

  • He was late for the class, yet the teacher didn’t scold him.
  • Sheena likes singing and dancing.
  • Rahul likes cooking, but Preeti hates cooking.
  • No one was in Jaipur, so I attended the event.

  1. Subordinating conjunctions

These conjunctions connect groups of words of varying importance, making one portion of the sentence dependent on another.

For example, in the sentence, ‘Despite Riya’s best efforts, she could not pass the exam’, ‘despite’ is the subordinating conjunction that makes one phrase dependent on another.

Other subordinating conjunctions are ‘after’, ‘if’, ‘although’, ‘if only’, ‘till’, ‘so that’.

More examples:

  • I will do the homework after I complete my lunch.
  • If you create a caloric deficit, you will lose weight.
  • Though he’s late to the class, he’s doing well.
  • Even though she studied hard, she failed her class.
  • Although people try a lot, they can still make mistakes.

  1. Correlative conjunctions

These conjunctions work in pairs to join words or groups of words having equal importance. For example, in the sentence, ‘Either we must leave early, or we must miss the plane’, ‘either...or’ is correlative conjunction that joins clauses of equal importance.

Some correlative conjunctions are ‘either/or’, ‘neither/nor’, ‘both/and’, ‘whether/or’, ‘not only/ but also’.

More examples:

  • Either Riya or Ryan has taken the apple.
  • Priya has decided that she’ll neither go to Paris nor America.
  • Mothers are both loving and caring.
  • She is not only a liar but a cheater as well.

Common Conjunctions List for Class 7 Students

Coordinating

Subordinating

Correlative

and

after

either...or

but

although

neither...nor

or

because

both...and

nor

before

not only...but also

so

if

whether...or

yet

since

as much...as

for

though

as...as

 

unless

the more...the more

 

while

hardly...when

 

How to use conjunctions properly?

Here are a few simple tricks to help you properly use conjunctions for class 7.

  • You can use them at the beginning of a sentence.
  • Try avoiding a comma while joining two dependent phrases through a coordinating clause.

For example:

Incorrect- She took the utensils, and food from the kitchen.

Correct- She took the utensils and food from the kitchen.

-You can use a comma while joining two independent clauses with conjunctions.

For example:  

 Incorrect- She took the utensils and food from a cafe in the kitchen.

 Correct- She took the utensils from the kitchen, and food from a cafe.

-In the case of subordinating clauses like ‘because’, ‘if’, ‘although’, ‘since’, if the dependant clause opens the sentence, use a comma after it. If the main clause opens the sentence, there is no reason to use a comma.  

For example:

Because he woke up late this morning, he went to the office without eating anything.

OR 

He went to the office without eating anything because he woke up late in the morning.

Quick exercises

Here are some quick exercises for you to learn conjunctions better.

  1. Roota was ill ___________ she didn’t go to work. (so, because, as)
  2. You should get your driving license ____ you have to pay a fine. (or, nor, but)
  3. She didn’t place the order _____ there was no recurring demand for it. (as, since, either)
  4. My grandmother has never been to America; ____ does she want to go. (neither, nor, either)
  5. I am very exhausted ______ I have been playing all day. (so, because, therefore)
  6. She took us to the play zone ____ she also took us to McDonald's. ( but, but also, also)
  7. ________ it was freezing, we still went out. (though, even though, even)
  8. Raman wasn’t terrified, ____ he was a little shocked. (if, but, although)
  9. Taj Mahal is a historic site ____ is made up of white marble. (and, also, but)
  10. You will get there ________ we do. (as, as soon as, soon)

Answers

  1. Roota was ill, so she didn’t go to work.
  2. You should get your driving license, or you have to pay a fine.
  3. She didn’t place the order as there was no recurring demand for it.
  4. My grandmother has never been to America; neither does she want to go.
  5. I am exhausted as I have been playing all day.
  6. She not only took us to the play zone, but she also took us to McDonald's.
  7. Even though it was freezing, we still went out.
  8. Raman wasn’t terrified, but he was a little shocked.
  9. Taj Mahal is a historic site and is made up of white marble.
  10. You will get there as soon as we do.

 

Tips for Parents: Helping Your Child Master Conjunctions

  • Use storytelling: Encourage your child to tell a story using 5 different conjunctions.

  • Play games: Use flashcards with different conjunctions and challenge your child to make a sentence for each.

  • Interactive worksheets: Download or create fill-in-the-blank worksheets.

  • Speak in pairs: Practice with sentence halves and ask your child to complete them using conjunctions.

  • Use media: Watch English cartoons or shows and ask your child to spot conjunctions being used.

Conjunctions vs. Prepositions – What’s the Difference?

Many students confuse conjunctions with prepositions. Here's a quick comparison:

Feature Conjunction Preposition
Function Joins clauses or sentences Shows relationship with a noun
Example I want to go, but it’s raining. The book is on the table.
Used for Linking ideas Showing position, direction, etc.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What are conjunctions in English grammar for Class 7?
A: Conjunctions are words that connect two or more words, phrases, or clauses in a sentence. They help create smoother, more logical, and more complex sentences. Examples include: and, but, or, because.

Q2. Why are conjunctions important for Class 7 students?
A: Conjunctions help students express complex ideas clearly and connect thoughts in writing and speech. They are also crucial for constructing grammatically correct compound and complex sentences.

Q3. What are the 3 main types of conjunctions with examples?
A:

  • Coordinating conjunctions: Join equal parts (e.g., and, but, or).
    Example: I want tea or coffee.

  • Subordinating conjunctions: Link dependent clauses to main clauses (e.g., because, although, if).
    Example: I stayed home because it was raining.

  • Correlative conjunctions: Come in pairs (e.g., either…or, neither…nor).
    Example: Either you study hard or you fail.

Q4. Can a sentence start with a conjunction?
A: Yes, a sentence can start with a conjunction like but, and, or because, especially in informal writing. However, it's best to use them carefully and not overuse them in formal essays.

Q5. What’s the difference between coordinating and subordinating conjunctions?
A:

  • Coordinating conjunctions connect ideas of equal importance.

  • Subordinating conjunctions connect a dependent idea to a main idea.
    Example:
    Coordinating: I like pizza, but I don’t like burgers.
    Subordinating: I ate pizza because I was hungry.

Q6. How can I help my child remember conjunctions easily?
A: Use fun memory aids like the acronym FANBOYS for coordinating conjunctions:
For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.
Also, practicing with games, worksheets, and storytelling helps make learning interactive and effective.

Q7. Are conjunctions tested in school exams?
A: Yes, conjunctions are commonly tested in grammar sections of English exams in Class 7 through fill-in-the-blanks, sentence correction, and writing exercises.

Q8. What are some fun ways to practice conjunctions at home?
A: You can play games like “Conjunction Charades,” fill-in-the-blank worksheets, or story-building games where your child must connect sentences using different conjunctions.