WorksheetsCause and Effect Linking Words
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
We can't make copies _________ the machine is broken.
So
Because
Because of
Due to
I couldn't play in the soccer game _________ my knee injury.
Since
Because of
As a result
Therefore
The entire region lost power ______ the thunderstorm.
Due to
Owing to the fact that
Since
Therefore
Airports are increasing their security measures ________ there have been several bomb threats in the past few weeks.
Consequently
Due to the fact that
Owing to
Due to
I'll pay for your coffee ______ you paid for mine the last time we went out.
Therefore
Due to
Since
Owing to the fact that
Fifty people lost their jobs ________ of budget cuts in the marketing department.
As a result
Due to
Because
Consequently
She thought nobody had enjoyed the article she wrote in the magazine. __________, she was quite surprised when she received her first piece of fan e-mail.
Since
Consequently
Due to the fact that
So
The company president and vice-president could not attend the meeting. _________, we decided to postpone it until the following week.
Because
Owing to
Therefore
So
Kevin wasn't feeling well yesterday afternoon, _______ I'm not sure if he'll come into the office today.
As
So
Because
Owing to
Amanda stayed at home ... her illness.
due to
as
Her lateness was ... a terrible traffic jam.
due to
as
... flights are cheaper in the winter, we decided to travel then.
Since
Owing to
John didn't go to work, ... his illness.
owing to
as
We stayed inside ... the storm.
because
because of
You should not sleep with your phone next to you __________ it could harm your brain.
therefore
as a result
because
because of
My cousin uses her smartphone 8 hours a day. ____________, her eye sight has gone bad.
Since
Because
So
As a result
I can't come to Al Ain _____________ there is a travel restriction.
since
as a result
so
because
Which linking word best completes the sentence: 'The roads were slippery _______ the heavy rain.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) As a result
D) Therefore
Identify the correct linking word: 'She was late to the meeting _______ she missed the bus.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) Consequently
D) Therefore
Choose the correct linking word: 'The project was successful _______ the team's hard work and dedication.'
A) Because of
B) As a result
C) Due to
D) Therefore
Select the appropriate linking word: 'The event was canceled _______ the unexpected weather conditions.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) As a result
D) Therefore
Which linking word fits best: 'He didn't attend the party _______ he was feeling unwell.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) Consequently
D) Therefore
Identify the correct linking word: 'The company expanded its operations _______ increased demand for its products.'
A) Because of
B) As a result
C) Due to
D) Therefore
Choose the correct linking word: 'The flight was delayed _______ technical issues.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) As a result
D) Therefore
Select the appropriate linking word: 'The team won the championship _______ their excellent performance throughout the season.'
A) Because
B) Due to
C) As a result
D) Therefore
