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Linking words

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LINKING WORDS

Exercise A: Fill in the blanks with the correct connector ( therefore, what's more, also, however, moreover, so, despite that)

1. Sarah was feeling very tired; ______, she decided to take a short nap before the meeting.

2. I enjoy playing basketball. ______, I love watching football on TV.

3. He didn't study for the exam. ______, he managed to pass it.

4. The weather was terrible. ______, we decided to go hiking.

5. She is a talented musician. ______, she speaks five languages fluently.

6. I didn't like the movie at all. ______, it was too long and boring.

7. They didn't have enough time to prepare. ______, they did their best to finish the project.

 

 

Exercise B: Choose the correct connector for each sentence.

8. I didn’t get the job offer. ______, I will keep looking for other opportunities.
a) Despite that
b) Therefore
c) However

9. He always helps others. ______, he volunteers at a local charity.
a) So
b) Moreover
c) Despite that

10. The restaurant was very expensive. ______, the food wasn’t very good.
a) Also
b) What's more
c) However

11. I wasn’t feeling well, ______ I went to work anyway.
a) Despite that
b) Therefore
c) However

 

Exercise C: Complete the paragraph using the appropriate connectors.

12.
I love visiting new places. ______, I always try to learn a few words in the local language before I go. This way, I can communicate with the locals more easily. I visited Paris last year. The weather was amazing, and I had a fantastic time. ______, I visited the Eiffel Tower and took lots of photos. The food was delicious, and I tried many new dishes. ______, I also visited the Louvre Museum and saw the famous Mona Lisa. ______, I would recommend going to Paris to anyone who enjoys history and culture!

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