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Conjunctions in compound sentences Exercises in Bosnian language
Conjunctions play a crucial role in constructing compound sentences in the Bosnian language, allowing speakers to join two or more independent clauses seamlessly. Understanding how to use conjunctions correctly can significantly enhance your fluency and clarity in communication. In Bosnian, common conjunctions such as "i" (and), "ali" (but), "ili" (or), and "jer" (because) help link ideas and provide coherence in both spoken and written forms. Mastering these conjunctions will enable you to express complex ideas, show contrasts, present alternatives, and give reasons more effectively.
In this section, we will explore various exercises designed to help you practice using conjunctions in compound sentences. These exercises will not only reinforce your understanding of each conjunction's function but also improve your ability to construct grammatically correct and contextually appropriate sentences. By engaging in these activities, you will gain confidence in your ability to navigate the nuances of the Bosnian language, making your communication more natural and impactful.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ivan je došao kući, *ali* morao je odmah otići (conjunction for contrast).</p>
<p>2. Volim čitati knjige *i* gledati filmove (conjunction for addition).</p>
<p>3. Nisam bio siguran, *pa* sam pitao učitelja (conjunction for result).</p>
<p>4. Trebaš učiti, *ili* nećeš položiti ispit (conjunction for alternative).</p>
<p>5. Bio je umoran, *ali* je ipak otišao na trening (conjunction for contrast).</p>
<p>6. Učio je cijelu noć, *pa* je položio ispit (conjunction for result).</p>
<p>7. Hoćeš li kafu *ili* čaj? (conjunction for choice).</p>
<p>8. Bio je sretan, *jer* je dobio dobru ocjenu (conjunction for cause).</p>
<p>9. Nisam mogao naći ključ, *zato* sam morao čekati (conjunction for reason).</p>
<p>10. Marija voli muziku, *i* često ide na koncerte (conjunction for addition).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. On voli da čita knjige, *ali* ne voli da gleda filmove (contrast conjunction).</p>
<p>2. Idemo na planinarenje *ili* na piknik (choice conjunction).</p>
<p>3. Nisam mogao doći, *jer* sam bio bolestan (reason conjunction).</p>
<p>4. Želim da idem na more, *ali* nemam dovoljno novca (contrast conjunction).</p>
<p>5. Učiš naporno, *pa* ćeš položiti ispit (consequence conjunction).</p>
<p>6. Kuća je mala, *ali* je veoma udobna (contrast conjunction).</p>
<p>7. Nismo išli na koncert, *jer* su karte bile preskupe (reason conjunction).</p>
<p>8. Možemo ostati kod kuće, *ili* možemo izaći u grad (choice conjunction).</p>
<p>9. Vrijeme je bilo loše, *pa* smo ostali kod kuće (consequence conjunction).</p>
<p>10. Voli da pliva, *ali* se boji duboke vode (contrast conjunction).</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Ona nije došla na rođendan, *iako* je obećala (conjunction expressing contrast).</p>
<p>2. Moramo požuriti *jer* autobus stiže za pet minuta (conjunction giving reason).</p>
<p>3. Posjetit ćemo muzej *ili* ćemo otići u park (conjunction expressing choice).</p>
<p>4. On je umoran, *ali* će ipak doći na sastanak (conjunction indicating contrast).</p>
<p>5. Uči vrijedno *da* bi mogao položiti ispit (conjunction expressing purpose).</p>
<p>6. Ne mogu otići na izlet *pošto* imam puno posla (conjunction indicating reason).</p>
<p>7. Pročitala je knjigu *i* napisala je sažetak (conjunction indicating addition).</p>
<p>8. Morali smo prekinuti rad *zbog* kiše (conjunction indicating cause).</p>
<p>9. Radit ćemo zajedno *dok* ne završimo projekt (conjunction indicating time).</p>
<p>10. Ustanite *kako* biste pozdravili učitelja (conjunction indicating purpose).</p>