Grade 3 English Conjuctions – And, But And Because As Conjuctions Notes
English: Conjunctions — And, But, Because, As
A conjunction is a joining word. It joins two words, phrases or sentences. Here we learn four small but important conjunctions: and, but, because and as.
And (➕)
Use and to join similar ideas or add more information.
- I like rice and beans. 😊
- She sings and dances.
But (⚠️)
Use but to show a difference or an opposite idea.
- I wanted to play, but it rained. ☔
- He is small but strong.
Because (🔎)
Use because to give a reason—why something happened.
- She is late because the bus was slow.
- I stayed home because I was sick.
As (⏱️ / 🔎)
Use as to mean because or while. It can tell time or reason.
- As it was raining, we stayed inside. (because)
- She smiled as she opened the gift. (while)
Quick tips
- and = add more (use when things are the same or both true).
- but = show a difference or surprise.
- because = give the reason (answers "why?").
- as = can mean "because" or "while" — check the meaning in the sentence.
Examples (read slowly)
- The farmer plants maize and vegetables.
- He wanted to go to the market but he had no money.
- I ate food because I was hungry.
- As the sun set, the children went home. (while)
Practice: Choose the correct conjunction
- I want juice ___ water. (and / but / because)
- She ran fast ___ she missed the bus. (but / because / and)
- We left early ___ it was getting dark. (and / as / but)
- He studied hard ___ he passed the test. (and / but / because)
Answers below — try first, then check.
Answers:
- and
- but
- as
- because
Keep practicing by making your own short sentences. Try to use each conjunction in one sentence today. 😊