Question

Combine the sentences using a suitable cumulative conjunction:
I lost my suitcase. I also lost my car keys. [Advanced]

• A. Even though I lost my suitcase, I also lost my car keys.
• B. I lost not only my suitcase, but also my car keys.
• C. I lost my suitcase, though I lost my car keys too.
• D. I either lost my suitcase or my car keys.

Answer 1

The correct option is B I lost not only my suitcase, but also my car keys.

The given sentences are not related to each other, in the sense that they do not have any effect on each other. Such sentences require a cumulative conjunction that merely add them together. If the subject or verb is the same, they must not be repeated in the second clause.
The given sentences require a cumulative conjunction, such as, "not only...but also". This pair of conjunctions adds the sentences together. At the same time, it lays emphasis on the second action "lost my car keys". Option B contains the cumulative compound sentence, hence B is correct.
Option A contains the subordinating conjunction 'even though' which is not used in compound sentences. Moreover, the sentence doesn't make complete sense. Hence A is incorrect.
Option C also contains the subordinating conjunction 'though', used in complex sentences. It refers to contrast, not addition. Hence C is incorrect. Option D presents a choice between two alternatives, which isn't relevant to the sentence as it requires a cumulative conjunction. Hence D is incorrect.