In which sentence are the conjunctions used correctly?

Question

1. Either Fred nor Jon knew about the accident.
2. The top award was given neither to Steve or Jim.
3. Neither beauty nor popularity was considered in the contest.
4. Mary enjoyed neither roller skating or ice skating.

Answer 1

1. Should say either/or
2. Should say neither/nor
3. Is correct
4. Should neither/nor

Use nor with neither and or with either.

Answer 2

Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. #3 is correct. The word "neither" is negative.