Linking Words Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 11: Linking words · Set 22 · 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.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) However (b) because (c) so (d) Next
2. 2.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “It started to rain. ___, we opened our umbrellas.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
3. 3.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) First (b) Finally (c) Then
4. 4.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The road was wet. ___, we walked slowly.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “We stayed indoors ___ it was raining.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
6. 6.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   ___, write the letter.
   Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
   Next, seal the envelope.
   Finally, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
7. 7.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “Meera was hungry. ___, she ate a banana.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
8. 8.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) Finally (c) Because
9. 9.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) Finally (b) But (c) because (d) so
10. 10.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    ___, spread butter on one slice.
    Next, add cucumber and tomato slices.
    Finally, cover them with the other slice. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
11. 11.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) Then (b) Finally (c) First
12. 12.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the rice in cold water.
    ___, put the rice and water in a pot.
    Next, cook it on a low flame until soft.
    Finally, serve the rice hot with dal. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The sky was cloudy. ___, it did not rain.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
14. 14.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) However (b) so (c) because (d) Finally
15. 15.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) Next (b) But (c) therefore (d) since
16. 16.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
17. 17.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, cut two lemons in half.
    Then, squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
    Next, add cold water and sugar to the juice.
    Finally, serve the lemonade in glasses. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
18. 18.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, stop at the edge of the road.
    Then, look right, then left, then right again.
    Next, wait until the road is clear.
    Finally, walk across quickly and carefully. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, cut two lemons in half.
    Then, squeeze the lemon halves into a jug.
    Next, add cold water and sugar to the juice.
    ___, serve the lemonade in glasses. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
20. 20.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The test was hard. ___, Zoya got full marks.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
21. 21.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The soup was hot. ___, it was not tasty.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
22. 22.Which linking word shows a result? (a) But (b) Next (c) therefore (d) because
23. 23.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, put flour in a big bowl.
    Then, add a little water.
    Next, knead it into a soft dough.
    Finally, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
24. 24.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The mango looked green. ___, it was very sweet.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
25. 25.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put a little toothpaste on your brush.
    ___, brush all your teeth gently.
    Next, spit out the toothpaste.
    Finally, rinse your mouth with water. (a) Finally (b) Then (c) First
26. 26.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Ravi is only six. ___, he can swim very well.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
27. 27.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The room was dark. ___, I switched on the light.” (a) However (b) Because (c) So
28. 28.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) so (b) Next (c) because (d) Although
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Kabir drank some water ___ he was thirsty.” (a) however (b) because (c) finally
30. 30.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) Finally (b) Because (c) First
31. 31.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) so (b) However (c) Finally (d) since
32. 32.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It was late. ___, the shops were still open.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
33. 33.Which linking word shows a result? (a) since (b) Next (c) so (d) However
34. 34.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, fill a pot with soil.
    Then, make a small hole in the soil.
    ___, drop the seed into the hole.
    Finally, cover it with soil and water it. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
35. 35.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wet your hands with clean water.
    Then, rub soap on your hands.
    ___, scrub between your fingers.
    Finally, rinse and dry your hands. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally
36. 36.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The box was small. ___, it was very heavy.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
37. 37.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Mum smiled ___ I had cleaned my room.” (a) however (b) finally (c) because
38. 38.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, boil water in a pan.
    Then, add tea leaves and let it boil.
    Next, pour in milk and sugar.
    Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
39. 39.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wash the fruits well.
    Then, peel the banana and the orange.
    Next, cut all the fruits into small pieces.
    ___, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
40. 40.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, scrape the leftover food into the bin.
    ___, scrub the plate with soap.
    Next, rinse it under the tap.
    Finally, leave it on the rack to dry. (a) First (b) Then (c) Finally

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