Рабочий лист "Linking Words: connectors for writing". 8 класс.

Task 1. Choose the correct linking word.
I stayed at home _________ it was raining. (because / so / but)
She is very talented, _________ she works really hard. (and / although / but)
We didn’t go out, ________ it was too cold. (so / because / and)

Task 2. Fill in the blanks
Complete the sentences with suitable linking words:

He is smart _______________ hardworking.
I was tired, _________ I went to bed early.
We visited London, Paris, _________ Rome.

Task 4. Correct the mistakes

Find and correct the mistakes:
I like swimming, but also running.
She studied hard, because she passed the test.
At first we visited the museum, in conclusion we went home.

Task 5. Sentence transformation
Rewrite the sentences using the word in brackets.

I didn’t buy the jacket. It was too expensive. (because)
It was sunny. We went to the park. (so)
She likes English. She likes history. (and)

Task 6. Writing task
Write a short paragraph (5–6 sentences) about your daily routine, using at least 5 linking words.

Task 3. Match the function with the connector.

Adding information
Giving an example
Showing contrast
Expressing result

however

Therefore

for example

moreover

Task 1: 1 – because; 2 – and; 3 – so
Task 2: 1 – and; 2 – so; 3 – and
Task 3: 1–D, 2–C, 3–A, 4–B
Task 4:
I like swimming and running.
She studied hard, so she passed the test.
At first we visited the museum, finally we went home.
Task 5:
I didn’t buy the jacket because it was too expensive.
It was sunny, so we went to the park.
She likes English and history.
Task 6 (sample answer):Every morning I wake up at 7 a.m. and have breakfast. After that, I go to school. I like English lessons because they are interesting. Sometimes I meet my friends, and we play football. In the evening I do my homework, then I watch TV. Finally, I go to bed.