1BP2A_Pets Grammar Task 2: Linkers and Time Conjunctions Suggested Time: 5 minutes+ Look at the words and phrases

in the box and read the text below. Then complete the text by choosing the best words and phrases from the box. Use each word or phrase only once. Use correct spelling and capital letters. Write your answers on the Answer Sheet. Example: after because because of before for example Aisha is tall, _____ her sister is short. if in addition in addition to in conclusion in contrast in contrast to Pets Many people keep pets, (1)_____ cats, birds or fish. The main reason for keeping pets is that they stop people from feeling lonely. (2)_____, when people arrive home from work, they usually feel happy to see their pet. (3)_____stopping people from feeling lonely, pets can also help children to learn many things about the natural world.
(4)

Answer Sheet but since such as unless when while

_____ many people love keeping pets, some people prefer not to have a pet. One

reason for not keeping a pet is that it can be expensive, especially if the pet gets sick.
(5)

_____, some people prefer not to have the responsibility of taking care of an animal,

particularly if they have very busy lifestyles.

(6)

_____, deciding whether to keep a pet is a very personal decision. Your decision

largely depends on your lifestyle and personal situation.

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Answers Grammar Syllabus 1B: Task 2 Practice (Pets) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. such as For example In addition to While In addition In conclusion

Last updated September 16, 2012