1. Fill in the blanks with but, because, so, and.

1 Joe is phoning Mary ___________________ he wants to ask her a

question.
2 My friend is kind __________________ loves animals.
3 Im very tired ________________ Im not going to bed yet.
4 The fridge is empty _________________ Im going shopping.
5 He likes football _________________ he doesnt play it very often.
6 I dont like this book ______________ its boring.
7 Jane isnt tall ______________ shes great at basketball.
8 The baby is crying _____________ hes hungry.
9 Chocolate is delicious ________________ it isnt very healthy.
10 Harold enjoys listening to music ________________ hes a great
musician too.
11 We arent going to the beach today __________________ its raining.
12 Im tired ________________ Im hungry. I want to get home as soon as
possible.
13 She understands English, ___________________ she doesnt speak it
very well.

2. Complete the sentences with the adverbs below.

unfortunately completely suddenly a bit

badly luckily

1 The accident happened _____________________.

2 Michael wasnt _________________ hurt but he broke his finger.
3 We were ___________________ unprepared for the bad weather.
4 At first, the long climb made me ________________ nervous.
5 ___________________, they had to go home before the others.
6 ___________________, they had taken a first-aid kit with them.

3. Complete the sentences with the adverbs below.

obviously suddenly really fairly

quietly

1 I didnt recognise anyone at the party. ______________________, I heard

my name.
2 Im speaking _______________________ because I dont want to disturb
anyone.
3 She did ____________________ well in the exam but she hopes to do
better next time.
4 The exam was ____________________ difficult. I didnt know many
answers.
5 Mark isnt speaking to me. Hes _____________________ still mad at me.

4. Number the events in the order that they happened. Use the
connectors of sequence to help you.
a) Last year, Sarah took a beginners course in mountain climbing.
b) Next, she went on her first real climb.
c) But she started climbing and she realised it wasnt so bad.
d) In the first lesson, she learned different climbing techniques and
safety rules.
 e) In the end, when she got to the top of the mountain, she felt great.
f) Then, she began practising on a climbing wall.
g) At first, when she saw the mountain, Sarah was scared.
5. Complete the sentences with suitable connectors of
sequence.
1 I trained for many months. ________________ I entered the competition.
2 ________________ I enjoyed the biography I was reading, but
_____________ it got boring.
3 Earl Boykins played basketball for many years ______________ signing
for the Denver Nuggets.

6. Choose the correct connector

1 Ive decided to have a party. In the beginning / First of all / Then,
I need to make a list of people to invite.
2 Jane decided not to go to college. Later / Next / Then, she regretted
that decision.
3 My parents bought this house before / afterwards / until I was
born.
4 At last / Eventually / At first, it was difficult to train every day but I
got used to it.
5 First, we did warm-up exercises. In the beginning / Next / Before ,
we learned some new dance steps.
6 In the end / At first / Before, I felt quite uncomfortable, but I soon
made friends.
7 I practised for hours. Eventually / Later / At first, I learned the new
dance perfectly.
8 Our dog was missing for days but we finally / after / next found her.
9 The teacher left. After / Before / Then everyone went home.

7. Match an adjective in A to the adjective nearest in meaning in

B.

A B

1 Excellent a) historic
2 Stylish b) well-known
3 Old c) remarkable
4 Incredible d) fashionable
5 Popular e) superb
6 Relaxing f) peaceful

8. Complete the sentences with the adjectives below. There may

be more than one correct answer. Do not use the same
adjective twice.

crowded / sandy / trendy / local / amazing / remarkable / relaxing /

peaceful / fascinating / ancient / well-known / luxurious / narrow /
wide / beautiful

1 We enjoyed walking in the small towns __________________ streets and

buying souvenirs in its ___________________ shops.
2 My favourite club is always _________________ and noisy at the
weekends.
 3 The _______________ city of Pompeii is a ________________ place to visit.
4 You can buy great clothes in the ___________________ boutiques of
Carnaby Street.
5 My friends and I spend a ________________ week on the ______________
shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
6 The citys ________________ hotels attract the rich and famous.

9. For each sentence, find the adjective that is NOT similar in

meaning to the adjective in bold.
1 There are many ancient monuments in the city.
a. old b. peaceful c. historic
2 The citys architecture is remarkable.
a. modern b. extraordinary c. incredible
3 We had dinner in a superb restaurant.
a. fantastic b. excellent c.
fascinating
4 They stayed in a luxurious hotel.
a. narrow b. expensive c. high-class
5 New York City has got many trendy shops.
a. stylish b. fashionable c. popular

10. Complete the sentences with the words below.

trendy peaceful fascinating ancient

narrow

1 There werent many people at the beach so it was

_________________________.
2 The towns streets are _____________________. It is difficult for cars to
pass through.
3 Our tour of the museum was _____________________. We learned so
much about art.
4 Thats a ____________________ caf. A lot of young people go there.
5 The Pyramids are _____________________ buildings. There were built
thousands of years ago.

11. Complete the passage with the adjectives below.

local well-known historic sandy

crowded

People like different kinds of holidays. Some like lying all day on hot,
_________________ beaches. Some visit art galleries to look at paintings by the
worlds most _______________ artists. Some people are interested in their
countrys heritage and visit ________________ places. Some individuals just
like staying at home and enjoying their own _______________ restaurants and
entertainment.

I like going shopping. My favourite place is Oxford Street in London, with its
department stores, and small, ____________________ shops and cafs.
 12. Choose the correct connector.
1 In addition to / Furthermore Spanish and Italian, there are other
languages based on Latin.
2 He speaks German and Dutch, also / as well as English.
3 He took some money too / and went to the shops.
4 Travelling by train is quicker than by car or bus. Its cheaper, in
addition to / too.
5 I think computer games are a waste of time. Furthermore, / And,
theyre expensive.

13. Complete the sentences.

1 In addition to studying a foreign language, its a good idea to
2 As well as text messaging my friends, I
3 Listening to pop music will improve your English. Furthermore,

14. Complete the sentences with the connectors below.

also furthermore too in addition to

1 Shes slimmer, and shes fitter _______________________.

2 ________________________ playing tennis, he plays volleyball and
basketball.
3 I like chocolate and I ___________________ like ice cream.
4 Nancy is an excellent student. _____________________, shes a talented
musician.

15. Choose the correct connector.

1 We enjoy going to the cinema. In addition / Too / Besides , we
often go out to eat.
2 Youll need good walking shoes too / furthermore / as well as a
backpack.
3 This cake is delicious and also / besides / in addition to easy to
make.
4 My sister is quite athletic, and I am furthermore / too / as well as.

16. Choose the correct connector.

1 Peter decided to have a party as a result / since / so it was New
Years Eve.
2 I wanted to be with my family. Therefore, / Because, / Since, I
went home for the holiday.
3 We wanted to see the fireworks display as a result / so / as we all
went to the park.
4 Because / As a result / For this reason England is a multicultural
society, ethnic food is very popular.
5 The Indians helped the Pilgrims. As / Because / Consequently, the
Pilgrims invited them to their celebration.

17. Complete the sentences with the connectors below.

for this reason as a result so because

because of
 1 In 1941, the American Congress passed a law. ________________,
Thanksgiving became an official holiday.
2 The Pilgrims left England _________________ they wanted to build a new
life.
3 It was Peters birthday, __________________ he invited us for dinner.
4 __________________ Boxing Day, all the shops were closed.
5 Traffic is always heavy before a holiday. __________________, we
decided to stay at home.

18. Choose the correct connector.

1 We couldnt have a picnic because / because of the rain.
2 Joe didnt know about the party since / as a result no one had
told him.
3 The bus arrived late due to / consequently a traffic accident.
4 As / For this reason it was late, we went straight home after the
show.
5 Billy is only 15, since / therefore hes too young to drive.

19. Complete the passage with the connectors below.

due to / since / as / because / because of / consequently /

therefore / as a result

I missed my traditional Christmas dinner this year __________________ I flew

to Australia for my cousin Guys wedding. __________________ a flight delay, I
almost missed the dinner altogether. The plane from London took off late
__________________ a technical problem. _____________________, I missed my
connection in Hong Kong and arrived at dinner time. _____________________
Guy grew up in Britain, I expected a traditional Christmas dinner.
_____________________, I was surprised there were no delicious smells coming
from the kitchen. Guy laughed, Its cold in London at Christmas, he said.
____________________, everyone is happy to eat roast turkey and hot pudding
for Christmas dinner. _____________ its mid-summer here, we prefer a picnic
on the beach.

20. Choose the correct option.

The Chinese New Year is very interesting to learn about because / due to it
is so different from the western New Year. Before the big day, the Chinese
clean their homes. They believe that as a result / as a result of this, they
will have no bad luck. Lightning fires at the New Years is considered back
luck. Consequently / Since, all food for the celebrations is cooked on the
day before. The traditional present for the New Year is an envelope
containing money. Red is considered lucky, so / because these envelopes
are always red. Therefore / Because of the fact that the number four is
unlucky, the money in the red envelopes never adds up to four. Another
tradition is setting off firecrackers, but today these are not allowed in many
areas due to / so the dangers of using them.

21. Choose the correct connector.

1 Children love using the Internet. However, / On the other hand,
they need to be aware of its dangers.
2 Virtual-reality games are very popular although / nevertheless
many people think they are a waste of time.
3 On the one hand, the internet is a valuable tool. But, / On the other
hand, people can abuse it.
4 The Internet provides services like online banking, but / however I
prefer doing my banking in person.
5 There are software programs to protect children against the dangers
of the Internet. Nevertheless, / Although, many parents are still
concerned.

22. Choose the correct ending.

1 Jim is sometimes very irritating. Nevertheless
a. he annoys me.
b. I like him.
2 Janice took her umbrella although
a. it was raining.
b. there were no clouds in the sky.
3 On the one hand, having a garden is wonderful. On the other hand,
a. its a lot of work.
b. we like eating outside.
4 I prefer this jacket, but
a. its more expensive.
b. its less expensive.

23. Complete the sentences with a logical ending.

1 I enjoy going online. However,
2 Im not meeting my friends tonight although
3 She promised to help me, but
4 Richard is computer-literate. Nevertheless,

24. Choose the correct connector of purpose.

1 They waited in the queue to / so that they could get tickets for the
film.
2 He took drama lessons in order to / so that improve his acting
skills.
3 I read the film reviews so that / to choose which film to see.
4 We read the subtitles so that / so as to we could understand the
dialogue.
5 I phoned the cinema to / so that find out what time the film starts.

25. Complete the sentences with a suitable connector of

purpose.
1 I left early ___________________ I could meet Dan at the cinema on
time.
2 Anita phoned me _________________ recommend a film she had just
seen.
3 _________________ enjoy a comedy, you have to be in the right mood.
4 We bought a DVD player ________________ watch films at home.
5 I bought the tickets early __________________ we could avoid the
queues.
 26. Choose the correct option.
1 Speak quietly so that / in order to you dont wake them up.
2 We trained hard so that / in order to win.
3 She called to / so that tell us that the party was cancelled.
4 We hurried so as to / so that arrive on time.

27. Rewrite the following sentences using the connectors in

brackets.
1 I studied hard. I want to pass the exam. (so)
__________________________________________________________
2 We want to keep fit, so we exercise every day. (in order to)
___________________________________________________________
3 I wanted to understand our guests. Therefore, I learnt to speak
Japanese. (so that)
____________________________________________________________

28. Choose the correct option.

1 Please switch off your mobile phones so that / in order to they
wont ring during the film.
2 He got up early so that / in order to make breakfast.
3 Ive called to / so that tell you that Im not coming tonight.
4 We must stop global warming in order to / so that save our planet.
5 I took a photograph to / so that I would remember our trip.

29. Look at the list of connectors and the categories below.

Match the connectors to the correct category.

in addition / finally / although / however / therefore / as a result /

furthermore / also / next / so that / in order to / but / first / then /
so / on the other hand / because

addition contrast cause result Sequence purpose

30. Choose the correct connector.

1 Your article is very interesting, finally / also / but its too long.
2 I looked at the headline as a result / in order to / at first get an
idea of what the article was about.
3 Reporting from a war zone can be dangerous. On the other hand, /
As a result, / Finally, it is very exciting work.
4 He writes for a well-known magazine. So, / In addition, / Next, he
writes for the local newspaper.
5 I bought a new jacket because / so that / furthermore my old one
was too small.
6 I wanted to see where the film was showing so / because / in order
to I looked in the paper.

31. Choose the correct option.

 1 The children shouted happy / happily as they played.
2 Wendy invited me, but / so I cant go.
3 The weather was bright / brightly and sunny.
4 The car stopped suddenly / a bit when the dog ran into the street.
5 The runner was fairly / extremely proud when he won the Olympic
gold medal.
6 I never buy designer jeans and / because theyre too expensive.
7 Luckily / Unfortunately, we know the way and dont need a map.
8 We won the match after / finally / next our best player scored a
goal.
9 Luckily / Unfortunately / Suddenly, someone stole my bag last
night.
10 I mixed the sugar and flour. Then / At first / After I added two eggs.
11 Our team lost the match, because / so / but we were disappointed.
12 Were so glad you came. Were a bit / not at all / very happy to see
you.
13 George tried to get into the team several times, and at first / before
/ eventually he was accepted.

32. Find the option that is incorrect.

1 After / When / Then she arrived, we took her on a tour of our town.
2 Its an excellent restaurant. The food there is fantastic / superb /
trendy.
3 Climbing the mountain would be too ancient / dangerous / tiring
for our small son.
4 Daniel was quite / a bit / very happy with his present.
5 Saul was a chef, but then / later / before he became a doctor.

33. Complete the sentences with the words and phrases

below.

luxurious but as well as before fascinating

in addition

1 In my opinion, the lecture was ___________________________.

2 Frank is fluent in German _________________________ Italian.
3 Youll enjoy our _______________________ spa hotel.
4 It will be difficult, ____________________ well solve the problem.
5 Children learn to speak ___________________ they learn to read.
6 English pronunciation is difficult. ______________________, the grammar
rules are quite complicated.

34. Complete the sentences with the connectors below.

also because because of therefore

furthermore so

1 Its time for bed, _____________________ Im turning off the light.

2 Hes an excellent student and ___________________ a great athlete.
3 Our flight was cancelled ____________________ the snow.
4 She went to the doctor ___________________ she wasnt feeling well.
 5 Ben has got a lot of work to do. ____________________, hes staying late
at the office.
6 We expect you to tell us where youre going out.
_____________________, you must come home on time.

35. Choose the correct answer according to the meaning of

the connector.
1 You can take my tent. In addition,
a. I have a good sleeping bad you can use.
b. I used it last summer.
2 I know you want to read, but
a. the light is bothering me.
b. Ive got a few good books for you.
3 Although it was raining,
a. we cancelled our trip.
b. we still went on our trip.
4 We bought lots of souvenirs. Therefore,
a. well have something to remind us of our trip.
b. some of them cost a lot of money.

36. Complete the passage with the connectors below.

because of in order to although however so that

as well as so

The main character in the film Enchanted is Princess Giselle, who lives in
Andalasia. Giselle wants to marry Prince Edward. ________________, Edwards
mother doesnt want Giselle to become queen, _________________ she pushes
her down a hole. Giselle then discovers that she is in New York City. Prince
Edward follows her to New York _________________ bring her back to
Andalasia. He wants her back _________________ they can get married but
does Giselle still want to go? Enchanted is fun _______________ the many
details that remind us of classic fairy tales like Snow White or Cinderella.
________________ it seems like a childrens film, adults will enjoy its jokes
_____________________ its super soundtrack.

37. Choose the correct connector.

1 Your father wanted you not to go. Nevertheless, / Therefore, /
Although, you went.
2 Im new here, also / so / since I dont know where anything is.
3 She walked up the stairs. Then / Before / After she opened the
door.
4 Youll enjoy the costumes also / as well as / in addition the special
effects.

38. Choose the correct continuation.

1 Sam recognised Sally because
a. he went over to speak to her.
b. theyd met before.
2 Jill borrowed my sweater without permission. Furthermore,
a. she lost it.
 b. I was very angry with her.
3 I ate the food although
a. I was hungry.
b. I wasnt hungry.
4 Our house is very small, but
a. there is a big garden.
b. there are only two bedrooms.
5 John hasnt got a driving licence, therefore
a. he cant take the car.
b. he knows how to drive.
6 I want to save money this year so that
a. I can travel.
b. to travel.

39. Complete the sentences with a suitable ending.

1 We had to cancel the party since
2 They are studying in order to
3 The food at this restaurant is great. However,
4 Living in a foreign country is exciting. On the other hand,
5 First, we invited everyone to the party. Then,

40. Choose the correct option.

1 We packed quickly so that
a. we would get to the airport on time.
b. we didnt want to be late for our flight.
2 Our team trained for weeks. Nevertheless,
a. we scored several goals.
b. the other team won the match.
3 Dale had a hole in his trousers. Consequently,
a. he was terribly embarrassed.
b. he had torn them on the way to school.
4 This coffee is much too strong. Furthermore,
a. it isnt hot enough.
b. it tastes delicious.