Pre-Test 1. Using commas with coordinating conjunctions (BI)

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Pre-Test 1. Using commas with coordinating conjunctions (BI)

Select the answer that correctly completes each sentence.

This activity contains 10 questions.

The common cold is a minor respiratory infection caused by viruses; no pill _____ "shot" will cure it.

or,, oror

Colds may last only a few days _____ as long as two weeks.

, oror,or

You can catch a cold by shaking hands _____ by touching something that someone with a cold has touched.

or,or, or

Colds are highly contagious _____ if someone you know has a cold, try not to use the same dishes, glasses, or telephone.

, soso,; so,

Many people believe that being cold or chilled can lead to catching a cold _____ studies have shown that colds are not more frequent or severe as a result of becoming cold or chilled.

yet, yetyet,

Over-the-counter medications may ease the symptoms _____ colds usually get better within a few days to weeks, whether or not you take medication.

, butbut, but,

Some doctors recommend that patients take large amounts of vitamin C _____ zinc when they begin to get cold symptoms.

and,, andand

It is not known whether vitamin C is really helpful _____ has it been established that zinc is a true remedy.

nor, nor; nor,

To sooth an irritated throat, throat lozenges are helpful _____ don't take the cold away.

but,, butbut

It’'s best not to take antibiotics _____ they are useless in fighting common colds.

for, , for, for,

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