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Linking words

Linking words

and but or so because however although therefore in order to

We use these words to put two sentences together. They make one longer sentence from two shorter sentences:

Sentence A – The car stopped.
Sentence B – The driver got out.
longer sentence – The car stopped and the driver got out.

Name & number: *

A. Choose the best ending for each sentence.

1. We wanted to go to the show
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1 point

2. I often make omelettes
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1 point

3. Shall we go to the cinema
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1 point

4. Burgers are very tasty
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1 point

5. My neighbours are friendly
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1 point

6. Do you know if he’s at home
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1 point

B. Choose the correct word to complete the sentences.

1. I’d love to stay _____ I have to catch my bus.
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1 point

and

but

2. His hot chocolate was too hot _____ he put some cold milk in it.
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1 point

and

but

3. _____ we had an umbrella, we got extremely wet.
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1 point

Although

Because

4. I only passed my exam _____ you helped me.
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1 point

because

but

although

5. They were hungry _____ they made some sandwiches.
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1 point

but

because

6. We can go to the pool _____ we can go horse-riding, whichever you prefer.
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1 point

and

but

7. She didn’t want him to see her _____ she hid behind a plant.
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1 point

and

although

8. He’s in the town centre _____ he wants to look for shoes.
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1 point

because

but

9. I’m definitely coming tonight, _____ I could be a bit late.
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1 point

because

although

10. We can go to the shop before we go to Clare’s house _____ go to Clare’s house first to see if she needs anything. What do you think?
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1 point

and

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