Linking Words Worksheet

Writing skills lesson 11: Linking words · Set 96 · 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:
   “The mango looked green. ___, it was very sweet.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
2. 2.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) First (c) Because
3. 3.Which linking word shows a result? (a) But (b) since (c) so (d) Finally
4. 4.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) therefore (b) Next (c) because (d) However
5. 5.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) Finally (c) First
6. 6.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The shop was closed. ___, we went home.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
7. 7.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) First (c) Finally
8. 8.Choose the linking word for the gap:
   “The test was hard. ___, Zoya got full marks.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
9. 9.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) because (b) therefore (c) First (d) However
10. 10.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The road was wet. ___, we walked slowly.” (a) So (b) Because (c) However
11. 11.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Meera was hungry. ___, she ate a banana.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
12. 12.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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
13. 13.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, put the gift in a box.
    ___, wrap the box in coloured paper.
    Next, stick the ends with tape.
    Finally, tie a ribbon around it. (a) Then (b) First (c) Finally
14. 14.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
15. 15.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) Then (b) Finally (c) First
16. 16.Which linking word shows a result? (a) therefore (b) Finally (c) because (d) However
17. 17.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The plants died ___ nobody watered them.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
18. 18.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Riya wore a sweater ___ it was cold.” (a) because (b) however (c) finally
19. 19.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It was late. ___, the shops were still open.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
20. 20.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Arjun practised every day. ___, he won the prize.” (a) So (b) However (c) Because
21. 21.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “It started to rain. ___, we opened our umbrellas.” (a) Because (b) So (c) However
22. 22.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “We stayed indoors ___ it was raining.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
23. 23.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “The box was small. ___, it was very heavy.” (a) Because (b) However (c) So
24. 24.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) Finally (b) Because (c) First
25. 25.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, scrape the leftover food into the bin.
    Then, scrub the plate with soap.
    ___, rinse it under the tap.
    Finally, leave it on the rack to dry. (a) Finally (b) Next (c) First
26. 26.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) Because (b) Finally (c) First
27. 27.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    “Kabir drank some water ___ he was thirsty.” (a) finally (b) because (c) however
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.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) Although (b) so (c) Finally (d) because
30. 30.Which linking word gives a reason? (a) However (b) so (c) First (d) since
31. 31.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) Finally (b) Because (c) First
32. 32.Which linking word shows a contrast (a difference)? (a) First (b) therefore (c) Although (d) because
33. 33.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) Then (b) Finally (c) First
34. 34.Which linking word shows the order of steps? (a) so (b) Although (c) because (d) First
35. 35.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) Finally (b) First (c) Then
36. 36.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    First, boil water in a pan.
    ___, add tea leaves and let it boil.
    Next, pour in milk and sugar.
    Finally, strain the tea into cups. (a) Finally (b) First (c) Then
37. 37.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) Then (b) Finally (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) 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) First (b) Finally (c) Because
40. 40.Choose the linking word for the gap:
    ___, squeeze blue paint onto a plate.
    Then, add some yellow paint beside it.
    Next, mix the two with a brush.
    Finally, watch the paint turn green. (a) Because (b) First (c) Finally

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