Meaning of Neither and Nor

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In the sentence 'Neither Tika nor Ike like to eat sushi,' what does 'neither' indicate?

Tika likes sushi but Ike does not

Neither Tika nor Ike like sushi (correct)

Tika and Ike like different types of sushi

Both Tika and Ike like sushi

How is 'nor' used in relation to 'neither' in the context provided?

To emphasize a point

To introduce a positive clause

To show contrast between Tika and Ike

To introduce a second negative clause (correct)

What is the importance of parallelism when using 'neither and nor'?

It ensures that the sentences are long enough

It encourages the use of synonyms

It maintains consistency in structure (correct)

It helps in creating complex sentences

How should 'neither' be used in relation to 'either' based on the text?

'Neither' should be used differently from 'either' Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about using 'nor' as a conjunction according to the text?

'Nor' can also function as a subordinating conjunction Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence structure displays correct usage of 'neither and nor'?

'They neither ate nor drank anything.' Signup and view all the answers

In what situation should you use neither and nor?

When both options are negative Signup and view all the answers

How should you treat the subject-verb agreement in a sentence with a neither/nor construction?

Match the verb with the last part of the construction Signup and view all the answers

Which literary work contains the line 'He had neither companions nor friends, church nor creed'?

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Signup and view all the answers

What does using neither and nor in a sentence create?

Balance and symmetry in the sentence Signup and view all the answers

Which author wrote 'It was neither a road nor a path but a route through a wild country'?

Cormac McCarthy Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using neither and nor in writing?

To indicate that both options are not true Signup and view all the answers

In the sentence structure involving neither and nor, what must always appear in pairs?

Neither and nor Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following demonstrates the correct basic construction for using neither and nor?

Subject + Verb + neither + Subject + Verb + nor Signup and view all the answers

What is a common mistake when using neither and nor in sentences?

Using them separately instead of as a pair Signup and view all the answers

Which part of speech must be used together with a singular subject or verb when utilizing neither and nor?

Neither or nor Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form for a compound subject with a negative sentence using neither and nor?

Not + Subject 1 + neither + Subject 2 + verb + Subject 3 + nor Signup and view all the answers

What type of sentences should be used when employing the conjunctions neither and nor?

Negative sentences Signup and view all the answers

In what context is 'neither' and 'nor' used to emphasize contrast between two items?

To convey that both items have a negative characteristic Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following indicates the correct structure for using 'neither' and 'nor'?

Neither the medicine nor the exercise helped relieve her pain. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of using 'neither' and 'nor' to indicate opposite effects in a sentence?

It indicates that two items have an opposite effect Signup and view all the answers

How can the incorrect usage of 'neither' and 'nor' impact written communication?

May create confusion or errors in communication Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence correctly demonstrates the use of 'neither' and 'nor' to convey that two items are not present or applicable?

Neither the flashlight nor the map are necessary for this hike. Signup and view all the answers

What type of sentence structure is required when using 'neither' and 'nor' to avoid common errors?

'Parallelism' in writing to maintain consistency Signup and view all the answers