TSA CBT Practice Test

Which of the following is an example of a subordinate conjunction?

1. And

2. But

3. Though

4. For

The correct answer is: Though

The correct answer is the conjunction "though," which serves as an example of a subordinate conjunction. Subordinate conjunctions are used to connect a dependent clause to an independent clause, helping to show the relationship between the two. In the case of "though," it introduces a dependent clause that provides a contrast or an exception to what is stated in the independent clause. For example, in the sentence "Though it was raining, the picnic continued," "though" connects the dependent clause "Though it was raining" to the independent clause "the picnic continued," indicating a contrast between the situation of the rain and the action of continuing the picnic. In contrast, the other words listed serve different functions in sentences. "And" and "but" are coordinating conjunctions, which connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal importance. "For" acts as a coordinating conjunction as well and is often used to explain a reason, but it does not introduce a dependent clause. Hence, they do not fit the definition of a subordinate conjunction.