Linking Words Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 11: Linking words · Set 114 · 40 questions

Writing tip (Show the link): Order: First (step 1), Then / Next (middle steps), Finally (the last step). However, … → the next sentence says something different or surprising. So, … → it is the result. because → gives the reason inside one sentence.

1. 1.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “We ran to the bus stop ___ we were late.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
2. 2.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) because (b) therefore (c) First (d) However
3. 3.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “I like mangoes. ___, my sister likes apples.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
4. 4.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “It was late. ___, the shops were still open.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “Kabir drank some water ___ he was thirsty.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
6. 6.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The soup was hot. ___, it was not tasty.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
7. 7.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) First (b) therefore (c) because (d) However
8. 8.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, heat a little oil in a pan.
   ___, add a handful of corn kernels.
   Next, cover the pan and wait for the popping.
   Finally, sprinkle salt on the hot popcorn. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
9. 9.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, wet your hands with clean water.
   ___, rub soap on your hands.
   Next, scrub between your fingers.
   Finally, rinse and dry your hands. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then
10. 10.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the rice in cold water.
    Then, put the rice and water in a pot.
    ___, cook it on a low flame until soft.
    Finally, serve the rice hot with dal. (a) First (b) Next (c) Finally
11. 11.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The ice cream melted ___ it was a hot day.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
12. 12.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) since (b) Next (c) so (d) Although
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The box was small. ___, it was very heavy.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
14. 14.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) But (b) since (c) so (d) Finally
15. 15.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, put an egg in a pan of water.
    Then, boil it for ten minutes.
    Next, cool the egg in cold water.
    Finally, peel the shell and eat the egg. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
16. 16.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, put the gift in a box.
    Then, wrap the box in coloured paper.
    Next, stick the ends with tape.
    Finally, tie a ribbon around it. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
17. 17.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, cut two lemons in half.
    Then, squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
    ___, add cold water and sugar to the juice.
    Finally, serve the lemonade in glasses. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Next
18. 18.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) since (b) so (c) However (d) Finally
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Ravi is only six. ___, he can swim very well.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
20. 20.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put an egg in a pan of water.
    ___, boil it for ten minutes.
    Next, cool the egg in cold water.
    Finally, peel the shell and eat the egg. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
21. 21.Which linking word shows a result? (a) Although (b) Next (c) so (d) because
22. 22.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put flour in a big bowl.
    Then, add a little water.
    ___, knead it into a soft dough.
    Finally, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
23. 23.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The shop was closed. ___, we went home.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
24. 24.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, heat a little oil in a pan.
    Then, add a handful of corn kernels.
    Next, cover the pan and wait for the popping.
    Finally, sprinkle salt on the hot popcorn. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
25. 25.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) therefore (b) Although (c) because (d) Next
26. 26.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The water was too cold. ___, we did not swim.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
27. 27.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, fill a pot with soil.
    Then, make a small hole in the soil.
    Next, drop the seed into the hole.
    ___, cover it with soil and water it. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
28. 28.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, cut two lemons in half.
    ___, squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
    Next, add cold water and sugar to the juice.
    Finally, serve the lemonade in glasses. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Then
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the fruits well.
    ___, peel the banana and the orange.
    Next, cut all the fruits into small pieces.
    Finally, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally
30. 30.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The test was hard. ___, Zoya got full marks.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
31. 31.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, scrape the leftover food into the bin.
    Then, scrub the plate with soap.
    Next, rinse it under the tap.
    ___, leave it on the rack to dry. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
32. 32.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put a little toothpaste on your brush.
    Then, brush all your teeth gently.
    Next, spit out the toothpaste.
    ___, rinse your mouth with water. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
33. 33.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, take two slices of bread.
    Then, spread butter on one slice.
    Next, add cucumber and tomato slices.
    Finally, cover them with the other slice. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
34. 34.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    Then, spread butter on one slice.
    ___, add cucumber and tomato slices.
    Finally, cover them with the other slice. (a) Next (b) Finally (c) First
35. 35.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, write the letter.
    ___, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    Next, seal the envelope.
    Finally, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally
36. 36.Which linking word shows a result? (a) Although (b) because (c) therefore (d) Next
37. 37.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It was very hot. ___, we went for a swim.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
38. 38.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, boil water in a pan.
    Then, add tea leaves and let it boil.
    Next, pour in milk and sugar.
    ___, strain the tea into cups. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
39. 39.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the fruits well.
    Then, peel the banana and the orange.
    ___, cut all the fruits into small pieces.
    Finally, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally
40. 40.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, fill a pot with soil.
    ___, make a small hole in the soil.
    Next, drop the seed into the hole.
    Finally, cover it with soil and water it. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First

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