Pre-Test 3. 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 or "shot" will cure it.   , and, , and and,

	Mild colds may last only two or three days __________ severe colds can last as long as two weeks.   , so , for , but

	You can catch a cold by shaking hands __________ you might pick up a cold virus by touching something that someone with a cold has touched.   , so , or for,

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

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

	Some doctors recommend vitamin C and zinc to prevent colds __________ some suggest that patients take larger amounts when they begin to get cold symptoms.   for, , and , or

	It is not known whether vitamin C is really helpful __________ has it been established that zinc is a true remedy.   , or , nor , for

	Throat lozenges may be helpful in soothing an irritated throat __________ they don't take the cold away.    , but, , but but,

	It's best not to take antibiotics __________ they are useless in fighting common colds.   , for , so or,

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