Part 1. Definition
In this task you are given a sentence with one coordinating conjunction (for, and, nor, but, or, yet, and so). You must judge whether the order of two coordinated clausal conjoints have been inverted or not. Inversion would result in the sentence sounding unnatural. Label the instances as "Original" or "Inversion" based on your judgment.
Part 2. Example
He knew it , and he deserved no answer .
Answer: Inversion
Explanation: "He knew it" and "he deserved no answer" have been inverted.
Part 3. Exercise
I was about to answer , but I stopped myself .
Answer:
Original