Linking Words

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo k, t, mavo
• Leerjaar 3,4

Which word do we NOT use to give an example?

1. for example
2. such as
3. for instance
4. furthermore

The words:
and, in addition, as well as, also, too, furthermore,
moreover, besides and again,
are used to ............information

1. explain
2. summarise
3. add
4. order

The words:
in short, in sum, on the whole, in general
are used to ............information

1. summarise
2. explain
3. order
4. give examples of

The words:
first, second, finally, after
subsequenlty,
are used to:

1. summarise
2. add information
3. explain
4. order

The words:
due to / due to the fact that,
because, because of, since, as
are used to:

1. explain / give a reason
2. order
3. summarise
4. indicate a contradiction

The words:
therefore, so, consequently
this means that, as a result
are used to:

1. indicate consequence
2. order
3. summarise
4. give examples

The words:
but, however, although / even though
despite, in spite of, nevertheless, nonetheless
are used to:

1. summarise
2. indicate a contrast
3. to explain
4. order

Now let's practise

I like sugar in my tea, .......... I don't like milk in it.

1. or
2. but
3. so
4. moreover

He was late ........ the bus didn't come.

1. or
2. if
3. because
4. why

They climbed the mountain...... it was very windy.

1. although
2. after
3. so
4. because

.......... I finished school, I went to New Zealand.

1. Although
2. After
3. So

Which linking word is the odd one out?

1. as well as
2. furthermore
3. also
4. for example

Which linking word is the odd one out?

1. in addition
2. additionally
3. however
4. moreover

Fill in the correct linking word:
Climates are changing ______ global warming.

1. in spite of
2. as a result of
3. in order to
4. although

Fill in the correct linking word:
We don't take global warming seriously enough ________ rising ocean levels and floods.

1. though
2. as a result of
3. because of
4. in spite of

Fill in the correct linking word:
He could read and write
______ being blind.

1. despite
2. as a result of
3. although
4. besides

• get your notebook
• rewrite and add linking words to the text:

I am writing to apply for the position of Customer Service Assistant because I have experience working with customers and solving problems. Therefore, I believe my background would be useful in this role.

I previously worked in customer support at IKEA, where I answered questions and helped customers with their needs. In addition, I learned how to work under pressure, which helped me develop strong problem-solving skills. As a result, I think these skills would be helpful at the Rabobank.

I am interested in this role because I admire Rabobank’s dedication to customer service. Furthermore, I enjoy helping people, and I would like to join a team that values excellent service.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to discussing how I can contribute to your team. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.