Linking Words Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 11: Linking words · Set 255 · 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 fast. ___, we missed the train.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
2. 2.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, squeeze blue paint onto a plate.
   Then, add some yellow paint beside it.
   Next, mix the two with a brush.
   ___, watch the paint turn green. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
3. 3.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) Next (b) Although (c) since (d) therefore
4. 4.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   ___, wet your hands with clean water.
   Then, rub soap on your hands.
   Next, scrub between your fingers.
   Finally, rinse and dry your hands. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, heat a little oil in a pan.
   Then, add a handful of corn kernels.
   Next, cover the pan and wait for the popping.
   ___, sprinkle salt on the hot popcorn. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
6. 6.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The puppy was cold. ___, we gave it a blanket.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
7. 7.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) since (b) However (c) therefore (d) Finally
8. 8.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, stop at the edge of the road.
   Then, look right, then left, then right again.
   ___, wait until the road is clear.
   Finally, walk across quickly and carefully. (a) First (b) Next (c) Finally
9. 9.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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
10. 10.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The baby cried ___ she was hungry.” (a) finally (b) however (c) because
11. 11.Which linking word shows a result? (a) since (b) Finally (c) However (d) therefore
12. 12.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, fill a pot with soil.
    Then, make a small hole in the soil.
    Next, drop the seed into the hole.
    Finally, cover it with soil and water it. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, wash the fruits well.
    Then, peel the banana and the orange.
    Next, cut all the fruits into small pieces.
    Finally, mix them in a bowl and serve. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Because
14. 14.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, wet your hands with clean water.
    Then, rub soap on your hands.
    Next, scrub between your fingers.
    ___, rinse and dry your hands. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
15. 15.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Riya wore a sweater ___ it was cold.” (a) however (b) finally (c) because
16. 16.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) Because (c) First
17. 17.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Kabir drank some water ___ he was thirsty.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
18. 18.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, scrape the leftover food into the bin.
    Then, scrub the plate with soap.
    Next, rinse it under the tap.
    Finally, leave it on the rack to dry. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The bag was heavy. ___, Dad helped me carry it.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
20. 20.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) First (b) Finally (c) Then
21. 21.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) First (b) Then (c) Finally
22. 22.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) because (b) However (c) First (d) therefore
23. 23.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) therefore (b) But (c) Finally (d) because
24. 24.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The water was too cold. ___, we did not swim.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
25. 25.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) First (b) Because (c) Finally
26. 26.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) Finally (b) First (c) Then
27. 27.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) Because (b) First (c) Finally
28. 28.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put the gift in a box.
    Then, wrap the box in coloured paper.
    Next, stick the ends with tape.
    ___, tie a ribbon around it. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put flour in a big bowl.
    Then, add a little water.
    Next, knead it into a soft dough.
    ___, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) Because (b) Finally (c) First
30. 30.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Dev went to bed early ___ he was tired.” (a) because (b) finally (c) however
31. 31.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The mango looked green. ___, it was very sweet.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
32. 32.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The room was dark. ___, I switched on the light.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
33. 33.Which linking word shows a result? (a) so (b) because (c) Finally (d) But
34. 34.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, take two slices of bread.
    Then, spread butter on one slice.
    Next, add cucumber and tomato slices.
    ___, cover them with the other slice. (a) First (b) Because (c) Finally
35. 35.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) Finally (c) First
36. 36.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
37. 37.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The test was hard. ___, Zoya got full marks.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
38. 38.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The shop was closed. ___, we went home.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
39. 39.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
40. 40.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) First (b) Finally (c) Next

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