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Not only –but also / as well as

Points to Remember

1] Two points are mentioned in the sentence.

2] Use not only before the first point and but also before the second point.
3] Like not only — but also , both –and, either —or is used.
4] As well as is used to join two points

1] The Underground Railway Company runs trains and buses.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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2] Shaaz photographed leopards and studied their behaviour.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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3]  Hard work and passion for excellence played an important role in the writer’s life.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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4] The Underground Railway Company makes travelling pleasant and performs an important social service.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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5] The writer developed a problem-solving attitude and a thirst for knowledge.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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6] Older leopards lose territory and carry away livestock.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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7] Poets and musicians visited the writer’s home.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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8] Shaaz’s photographs made him famous and gave him a reputation as a chronicler of the wild.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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9] My childhood was culturally rich and intellectually stimulating.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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10] . Big Data helps in predicting cyber crimes and handling failures in net banking.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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11]  Big Data helps banks predict future attacks and manage transactions.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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12] My group was interested in Science and Technology.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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13] Good manners sweeten the atmosphere and promote social harmony.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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14] Discourtesy spoils the atmosphere and creates unpleasantness.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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15] Polite speech improves behaviour and relationships.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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16] The lift-man refused the request and threw the passenger out.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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17]  Good manners make social life pleasant and peaceful.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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18] I loved solving problems and finding elegant methods.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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19] The law protects people from violence and permits reasonable retaliation in certain circumstances.

a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

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20] Shaaz discovered other leopards and studied their habitat.

 a) Not only — but also
b) Both – and
c) Either — Or
d) As well as

Ans:

More Examples of  Not only — but also.

1] The sports company not only sponsors players but also invests in sports development programs. (affirmative)
2] The social green organization not only raises awareness about environment but also takes practical conservation actions to save it. (affirmative)
3] The online platform connects people as well as provides skill-sharing opportunities. (As well as/ both–and)
4] The academic institution and social organization values academic excellence to encourage creativity in the students. (Not only–but also/ as well as/ both–and)
5] The art gallery not only exhibits renowned artists but also supports emerging talents. (As well as/ both–and)
6] The medical research advances knowledge as well as has real-life applications. (Not only–but also)
7] The project team both collaborates effectively also maintains a positive team spirit. (Not only–but also/ as well as)
8] The travel destination not only offers stunning places but also best cultural experiences. (As well as)
9] The volunteer program benefits the community and enriches the volunteers’ lives. (Not only–but also/ as well as/ both–and)
10] The books and blogs provide practical advice to promotes positive techniques. (Not only–but also/ as well as/ both–and)
11] The innovation solves existing problems and opens up new possibilities. (Either –or)
12] The fashion designer not only creates stylish clothing but also champions sustainable fashion. (As well as/ both–and)
13] The event not only celebrates diversity but also fosters understanding. (Affirmative)
14] The technology conference not only features industry leaders but also encourages young entrepreneurs. (As well as)
15] The fitness program both improves physical health and boosts mental resilience. (Negative)
16] The wildlife sanctuary not only protects endangered species but also conducts research for conservation. (Both–and)
17] This app not only tracks expenses but also offers financial advice. (As well as)
18] The historical documentary educates viewers preserves cultural heritage. (Not only — but also)
19] The nonprofit organization not only advocates for change but also mobilizes grassroots actions. (As well as/ both–and)
20] The food festival not only showcases delicious dishes but also promotes local culinary traditions. (As well as/ both–and)

Extra Examples

1] Namita is intelligent as well as hardworking students in our class. (Negative)
2] My brother is not only brave but also honest who is in Indian army. (affirmative)
3] Miss. Radha sings and dances beautifully for her family. ( Not only — but also, as well as, Both —and, either — or)
4] Roshan completed homework before time and helped his friend to complete his homework. ( Not only — but also, as well as, Both —and, either — or)
5] My friends not only played cricket but also watched a movie. ( As well as, Both —and, either — or)
6] He failed to understand the theory and left the class without applying it. ( Not only — but also, as well as, Both —and, either — or)
7] She is talented and extremely disciplined in her work. ( Not only — but also, as well as, Both —and, either — or)
8] The plan was effective and economically beneficial for the company. (4)
9] He speaks English fluently and writes it with great accuracy. (4)
10] She encouraged the team and guided them during difficulties. (4)
11] Our new project increased profits and improved the company’s reputation. (4)
12] They lost the match and disappointed the supporters. (4)
13] The teacher and the students completed the task on time (4)
14] The lecture was informative and highly engaging for students. (4)
15] He ignored the warning and made the same mistake again. (4)
16] He solves the problem and explained it clearly. (4)
17] our team not only won the competition but also set a new record.
18] He not only completed the work but also submitted it early. (affirmative)
19] She not only accepted the responsibility but also fulfilled it perfectly. (affirmative)
20] I participated actively and led the group. (4)

Extra Examples

1] The Underground Railway Company runs trains and buses.

Ans:The Underground Railway Company not only runs trains but also runs buses.

2] Shaaz photographed leopards and studied their behaviour.

Ans: Shaaz not only photographed leopards but also studied their behaviour.

3] Hard work and passion for excellence played an important role in the writer’s life.

Ans: Not only hard work but also passion for excellence played an important role in the writer’s life.

4] The Underground Railway Company makes travelling pleasant and performs an important social service.

Ans: The Underground Railway Company not only makes travelling pleasant but also performs an important social service.

5] The writer developed a problem-solving attitude and a thirst for knowledge.

Ans:The writer developed not only a problem-solving attitude but also a thirst for knowledge.

6] Older leopards lose territory and carry away livestock.

Ans:Older leopards not only lose territory but also carry away livestock.

7] Poets and musicians visited the writer’s home.

Ans: Not only poets but also musicians visited the writer’s home.

8] Shaaz’s photographs made him famous and gave him a reputation as a chronicler of the wild.

Ans: Shaaz’s photographs not only made him famous but also gave him a reputation as a chronicler of the wild.

9] My childhood was culturally rich and intellectually stimulating.

Ans: My childhood was not only culturally rich but also intellectually stimulating.

10] . Big Data helps in predicting cyber crimes and handling failures in net banking.

Ans: Big Data not only helps in predicting cyber crimes but also helps in handling failures in net banking.

11]  Big Data helps banks predict future attacks and manage transactions.

Ans: Big Data not only helps banks predict future attacks but also helps them manage transactions.

12] My group was interested in Science and Technology.

Ans: My group was interested not only in Science but also in Technology.

13] Good manners sweeten the atmosphere and promote social harmony.

Ans: Good manners not only sweeten the atmosphere but also promote social harmony.

14] Discourtesy spoils the atmosphere and creates unpleasantness.

Ans: Discourtesy not only spoils the atmosphere but also creates unpleasantness.

15] Polite speech improves behaviour and relationships.

Ans: Polite speech not only improves behaviour but also strengthens relationships.

16] The lift-man refused the request and threw the passenger out.

Ans: The lift-man not only refused the request but also threw the passenger out.

17] Good manners make social life pleasant and peaceful.

Ans: Good manners not only make social life pleasant but also make it peaceful.

18] I loved solving problems and finding elegant methods.

Ans: I not only loved solving problems but also enjoyed finding elegant methods.

19] The law protects people from violence and permits reasonable retaliation in certain circumstances.

Ans: The law not only protects people from violence but also permits reasonable retaliation in certain circumstances.

20] Shaaz discovered other leopards and studied their habitat.

Ans: Shaaz not only discovered other leopards but also studied their habitat.

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