Linking words

Linking Words

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Reasons (because, as)

1. I want to drink some water because I am thirsty.

2. Erica is hungry as she did not eat her breakfast.

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Results (so, Therefore)

1. Jessie is sick, so she goes to see the doctor.

2. Ellie studies hard for dictation. Therefore, she gets full marks.

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Multiple Choice

John is sleepy ___ he cannot pay attention in class.

• because

• and

• so

• but

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Tom is fat ___ he eats a lot.

• because

• but

• so

• therefore

Multiple Choice

It is Chinese New Year. ___, I get red packets from my parents.

• Because

• Therefore

• But

• so

Multiple Choice

Jim likes eating chocolate ___ he always buys a lot from the supermarket.

• but

• because

• also

• so

Contrasts (but, However)

1. My sister likes chocolate, but I do not like it.

2. Alston wants to play football today. However, it is raining now.​

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(Also, and, as well as)

1. My mum is good at doing the housework. Also, she is good at singing.

2. Tim likes eating French fries and hot dogs.

3. Running is healthy as well as making you feel good.​

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Multiple Choice

During Christmas, we receive presents ___ have Christmas dinner.

• but

• and

• also

• however

Multiple Choice

I want to order this expensive dish ___ I only have ten dollars.

• but

• and

• because

• as well as

Multiple Choice

I like to go fishing. ___, I like to go cycling.

• however

• but

• as well as

• also