Linking Words Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 11: Linking words · Set 44 · 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:
   ___, 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) Because (b) First (c) Finally
2. 2.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
3. 3.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The room was dark. ___, I switched on the light.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
4. 4.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “Dev went to bed early ___ he was tired.” (a) however (b) finally (c) because
5. 5.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   First, squeeze blue paint onto a plate.
   ___, add some yellow paint beside it.
   Next, mix the two with a brush.
   Finally, watch the paint turn green. (a) Then (b) Finally (c) First
6. 6.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) But (b) First (c) because (d) therefore
7. 7.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “It was very hot. ___, we went for a swim.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
8. 8.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “Riya wore a sweater ___ it was cold.” (a) finally (b) however (c) because
9. 9.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The box was small. ___, it was very heavy.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
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:
    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
12. 12.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The puppy was cold. ___, we gave it a blanket.” (a) However (b) So (c) Because
13. 13.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) Although (b) because (c) First (d) so
14. 14.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The bag was heavy. ___, Dad helped me carry it.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
15. 15.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) Finally (c) First
16. 16.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) Although (b) therefore (c) since (d) Next
17. 17.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) First (c) Finally
18. 18.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) Finally (c) First
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The plants died ___ nobody watered them.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
20. 20.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) Finally (b) so (c) because (d) However
21. 21.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
22. 22.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) since (b) therefore (c) Next (d) But
23. 23.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) But (b) so (c) Finally (d) since
24. 24.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “I like mangoes. ___, my sister likes apples.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
25. 25.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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
26. 26.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) Finally (c) Because
27. 27.Which linking word shows a result? (a) But (b) since (c) First (d) so
28. 28.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) therefore (b) Finally (c) However (d) because
29. 29.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, write the letter.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    ___, seal the envelope.
    Finally, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Next
30. 30.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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
31. 31.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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
32. 32.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) Finally (c) First
33. 33.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put flour in a big bowl.
    ___, add a little water.
    Next, knead it into a soft dough.
    Finally, cover the dough and let it rest. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then
34. 34.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put a little toothpaste on your brush.
    Then, brush all your teeth gently.
    ___, spit out the toothpaste.
    Finally, rinse your mouth with water. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Next
35. 35.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
36. 36.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) Finally (b) First (c) Next
37. 37.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, write the letter.
    Then, fold it and put it in an envelope.
    Next, seal the envelope.
    ___, stick a stamp on it and post it. (a) Finally (b) Because (c) First
38. 38.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, put a little toothpaste on your brush.
    Then, brush all your teeth gently.
    Next, spit out the toothpaste.
    Finally, rinse your mouth with water. (a) First (b) Finally (c) Because
39. 39.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It started to rain. ___, we opened our umbrellas.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
40. 40.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, squeeze blue paint onto a plate.
    Then, add some yellow paint beside it.
    ___, mix the two with a brush.
    Finally, watch the paint turn green. (a) Next (b) First (c) Finally

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