So and Neither in English Language

Which response correctly demonstrates negative agreement?

What is the correct way to agree with the positive statement 'They are going to the concert'?

Which response would be considered incorrect when agreeing with the statement 'I didn't see her yesterday.'?

How do you correctly express agreement with the negative statement 'He hasn't contacted me.'?

Which example correctly demonstrates both positive agreement and matching subject and verb?

What is the incorrect response to the statement 'I dislike spicy food.'?

Which of the following pairs showcases correct contextual examples of negative agreement?

In agreeing with 'I can't believe it!', which response is adequate?

Which response properly reflects agreement with the statement 'They don't support the policy.'?

So and Neither

"So" and "neither" are used to express agreement with a negative statement.
"So" is used to agree with a positive statement.
"Neither" is used to agree with a negative statement.

Negative Agreement

They are used to avoid repeating a negative statement.
Example: "I don't like spinach." "Neither do I." (agrees with a negative statement.)
"I don't like spinach. I don't want to eat it." (repeats the negative statement.)
"I like spinach" "So do I" (agrees with a positive statement.)

Contextual Examples

Positive Agreement: "She is a talented artist." "So is he."
Negative Agreement: "I haven't seen him today." "Neither have I."
**More complex agreement: ** "I'm not going to the party, and I'm not sure you should go." "Neither am I, and nor should you."

Usage in Sentences

Use "so" after a positive statement to express agreement.
Use "neither" after a negative statement to express agreement.
Consider the structure of the original statement. The verb and subject of the agreed agreement should match.

Agreement in Conversation

Correct Usage: "I didn't like the movie." "Neither did I." (verb-did, subject- I.)
Incorrect Usage: "I didn't like the movie." "So I didn't." (incorrect matching of subject + verb);
Positive statements and agreement: "I like pizza." "So do I."
Note: The subject and verb of the agreeing statement must correspond to the original statement.

This quiz focuses on the usage of 'so' and 'neither' to express agreement in the English language. It covers both positive and negative agreements and provides contextual examples to clarify their use. Test your understanding of these important conjunctions and enhance your English skills.