Connect & Contrast: Mastering “And” and “But” for Class 2

This Grade 2 grammar worksheet helps young learners understand how to use the conjunctions “and” and “but” correctly in sentences. Through structured and engaging activities, students learn the difference between adding ideas (and) and showing contrast (but).

Why “And” and “But” Matter in Grammar?

Learning to use “and” and “but” helps children:
1. Join related ideas smoothly.
2. Express contrast between two different ideas.
3. Build longer and clearer sentences.
4. Improve logical thinking and sentence fluency.

This worksheet includes fill in the blanks, true or false, multiple choice questions, sentence rewriting, and independent sentence writing. Each activity strengthens a child’s ability to choose the correct conjunction based on meaning.

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks 
Students complete ten sentences using either “and” or “but” from the word bank. This builds understanding of addition versus contrast.

Exercise 2 – True or False 
Students identify whether each sentence correctly uses “and” or “but” according to meaning.

Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice Questions 
Students choose between “and,” “but,” or “none” to correctly complete each sentence.

Exercise 4 – Sentence Rewriting 
Students rewrite sentences using the correct conjunction, strengthening editing and sentence-joining skills.

Exercise 5 – Sentence Writing 
Students write five original sentences using “and” and “but” correctly, encouraging independent grammar practice.

Answer Key

Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks 
1. and 
2. but 
3. and 
4. but 
5. and 
6. but 
7. and 
8. but 
9. but 
10. and 

Exercise 2 – True or False 
1. True 
2. True 
3. False 
4. False 
5. False 
6. False 
7. True 
8. False 
9. True 
10. True 

Exercise 3 – Multiple Choice Questions 
1. and 
2. but 
3. and 
4. but 
5. and 
6. and 
7. and 
8. and 
9. but 
10. and 

Exercise 4 – Rewrite Using “And” or “But” 
1. The sun was shining but the air felt cool. 
2. The kitten is tiny but it has sharp claws. 
3. The road was muddy but the children walked carefully. 
4. Asha packed her bag but she forgot her lunch box. 
5. The glass slipped from my hand but it did not crack. 
6. Rohan practised every day and he improved his handwriting. 
7. The shop looked open but the lights were off. 
8. The mango is ripe and it tastes sweet. 
9. The bell rang but the class did not stop working. 
10. The old clock is heavy but it still works well. 

Exercise 5 – Write Five Sentences 
Answers may vary.

Help your child confidently connect ideas and express contrast with structured grammar practice designed for Grade 2 learners.

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