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Linking Words

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Linking words are something that can really help our fluency in English, as they help us to create longer sentences. For example:

I bought a dog.

I bought a dog because I really wanted a pet.

I bought a dog because I really wanted a pet. However, now I wish I hadn't!

Some linking words come in the middle of the sentence:
because
and
so
but
until
then

Etc.

Whereas some linking words join two sentences and often start with a capital letter:
However
Nevertheless
Therefore
In conclusion
To summarise

There are many more linking words! Including:
Whereas
While
In order to
Especially
Generally
For example
Unlike

And more and more and more!

In the following sentences, which linking words do you think complete the sentence?

Today's excellent lesson is by Caroline

Link: How to use Unless and As Long As

  • 1. I didn't have a shower this morning ___ my hair was really dirty all day.




  • 2. I really love driving, ___ on sunny days.




  • 3. I love summer. ___, I hate getting on the underground in the heat.




  • 4. I didn't eat any crisps ___ I ate an icecream!




  • 5. I saw someone applying their make-up ___ they were driving!




  • 6. Emma really enjoys knitting, ___ Mary who hates it!




  • 7. I went to the park ___ I went to the shops.




  • 8. I thought the documentary was interesting. ___, I would have liked to see more interviews.