Connectives in English

True or False: Well-used connectives make the relationships between ideas clearer and create a coherent flow of thought.

• True

• False

True or False: Inappropriate connectives make it harder to understand how the parts and ideas in a text fit together.

• True

• False

Add the best connective: We are intrigued by your product pitch ............. would love to hear more.

• but

• or

• and

• additionally

To arrange the meeting, you can phone the secretary ............. you can email the manager directly, whichever option you prefer.

• so

• or

• but

• and

Which option best completes the sentence: We are supportive of your proposal ........ we are unable to provide funding at this time.

• and

• or

• but

• alternatively

Which option best completes the sentence: This topic is very important, ....... an additional meeting will be scheduled to discuss it in detail.

• but

• or

• nevertheless

• so

Choose the best option to complete the sentence: The products were delivered on time and in good condition; ..............., several items were missing from the order.

• furthermore

• however

• alternatively

• consequently

Choose the best option to complete the sentence: The mayor must publicly commit to fulfilling all her obligations and promises; ....................., she must resign.

• additionally

• alternatively

• nevertheless

• likewise

Choose the best option to complete the sentence: I disagree with the candidate's proposals for criminal justice reform; ......................., I will vote for him, as his other policies are better than his opponents'.

• nevertheless

• otherwise

• likewise

• moreover

Please send the report by this afternoon, ...................... the client will be upset.

• likewise

• alternatively

• otherwise

• so that