2BAC LINKING WORDS Mr.

Abdelakrim
- that’s to say , …. - in other words, … I don’t think this is the right job for you. In other
EXPLAINING MORE
- to put it differently, …. words , I want you to leave.
- because of this , … - for this reason, She wants to be in good physical shape. That’s why
REASON ( WHY )
- that’s why … she’s joined the fintness club.
- as a result, … - as a consequence, … He’d worked hard all his life. As a result, he became
CONSEQUENCE
- consequently, … - therefore, … - so, … a very successful person.
- also, … - besides , … - morever - in addition, … The UN seeks to resolve conflicts. Also, it has other
ADDITION
- additionally , … humanitarian missions.
-They’re rich. However, they’re unhappy.
CONTRAST - however, …. - … , but … - although … -They’re rich, but they’re unhappy.
- Although they’re rich, they’re unhappy.
Technology is making our lives easier. For example,
GIVING EXAMPLES - for example, … - for instance , …
robots can do some of our housework now.
There are many ways in which you can be a good
citizen. First, you should respect other people.
SEQUENCING IDEAS - first, … - second, … - third, … - finally, …
Second, you should do some voluntary work. Third,
stay in school. Finally, find a decent job.

2BAC LINKING WORDS Mr. Abdelakrim

- that’s to say , …. - in other words, … I don’t think this is the right job for you. In other
EXPLAINING MORE
- to put it differently, …. words , I want you to leave.
- because of this , … - for this reason, She wants to be in good physical shape. That’s why
REASON ( WHY )
- that’s why … she’s joined the fintness club.
- as a result, … - as a consequence, … He’d worked hard all his life. As a result, he became
CONSEQUENCE
- consequently, … - therefore, … - so, … a very successful person.
- also, … - besides , … - morever - in addition, … The UN seeks to resolve conflicts. Also, it has other
ADDITION
- additionally , … humanitarian missions.
-They’re rich. However, they’re unhappy.
CONTRAST - however, …. - … , but … - although … -They’re rich, but they’re unhappy.
- Although they’re rich, they’re unhappy.
Technology is making our lives easier. For example,
GIVING EXAMPLES - for example, … - for instance , …
robots can do some of our housework now.
There are many ways in which you can be a good
citizen. First, you should respect other people.
SEQUENCING IDEAS - first, … - second, … - third, … - finally, …
Second, you should do some voluntary work. Third,
stay in school. Finally, find a decent job.

2BAC LINKING WORDS Mr. Abdelakrim

- that’s to say , …. - in other words, … I don’t think this is the right job for you. In other
EXPLAINING MORE
- to put it differently, …. words , I want you to leave.
- because of this , … - for this reason, She wants to be in good physical shape. That’s why
REASON ( WHY )
- that’s why … she’s joined the fintness club.
- as a result, … - as a consequence, … He’d worked hard all his life. As a result, he became
CONSEQUENCE
- consequently, … - therefore, … - so, … a very successful person.
- also, … - besides , … - morever - in addition, … The UN seeks to resolve conflicts. Also, it has other
ADDITION
- additionally , … humanitarian missions.
-They’re rich. However, they’re unhappy.
CONTRAST - however, …. - … , but … - although … -They’re rich, but they’re unhappy.
- Although they’re rich, they’re unhappy.
Technology is making our lives easier. For example,
GIVING EXAMPLES - for example, … - for instance , …
robots can do some of our housework now.
There are many ways in which you can be a good
citizen. First, you should respect other people.
SEQUENCING IDEAS - first, … - second, … - third, … - finally, …
Second, you should do some voluntary work. Third,
stay in school. Finally, find a decent job.
2 BAC / L I N K I N G W O R D S P R A C T I C E Mr. Abdelkarim
A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH :
in addition - for this reason - although - that’s to say - as a result - but - for example
1. We’re totally broke. __________________________ , we’ve got no money left to live on.

2. Our organization seeks to eliminate illiteracy in this area. _______________________ , we’re building new more schools.
3. He’d been smoking for a long time. ____________________________ , he got lung cancer.
4. ______________________________ she was sick, she didn’t want to miss school.
5. There are many things students can do to improve their English. ________________ , they should read English short stories.
6. Kamal is a professional guitarist. ___________________ , he’s a talented singer.
7. My aunt bought a brand new smart phone , _______________ she doesn’t know how to use it.
B. JOIN THE SENTENCES USING THE EXPRESSIONS SUGGESTED.
1. Kyle is an intelligent student. He doesn’t like school. ( however )
2. He confronted his boss over a salary raise. He lost his job. ( consequently )
3. My grandpa is 70 years old. He’s still strong enough to work. ( but )
4. Many international organizations receive funds from governments. They get contributions from other sources. ( besides )
5. Our other apartment was too small. We moved to this bigger one. ( that’s why )
6. She wasn’t ready enough. She passed the test. ( although )

2 BAC / L I N K I N G W O R D S P R A C T I C E Mr. Abdelkarim

A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH :
in addition - for this reason - although - that’s to say - as a result - but - for example
1. We’re totally broke. __________________________ , we’ve got no money left to live on.
2. Our organization seeks to eliminate illiteracy in this area. _______________________ , we’re building new more schools.
3. He’d been smoking for a long time. ____________________________ , he got lung cancer.
4. ______________________________ she was sick, she didn’t want to miss school.
5. There are many things students can do to improve their English. ________________ , they should read English short stories.
6. Kamal is a professional guitarist. ___________________ , he’s a talented singer.
7. My aunt bought a brand new smart phone , _______________ she doesn’t know how to use it.
B. JOIN THE SENTENCES USING THE EXPRESSIONS SUGGESTED.
1. Kyle is an intelligent student. He doesn’t like school. ( however )
2. He confronted his boss over a salary raise. He lost his job. ( consequently )
3. My grandpa is 70 years old. He’s still strong enough to work. ( but )
4. Many international organizations receive funds from governments. They get contributions from other sources. ( besides )
5. Our other apartment was too small. We moved to this bigger one. ( that’s why )
6. She wasn’t ready enough. She passed the test. ( although )

2 BAC / L I N K I N G W O R D S P R A C T I C E Mr. Abdelkarim

A. FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH :
in addition - for this reason - although - that’s to say - as a result - but - for example
1. We’re totally broke. __________________________ , we’ve got no money left to live on.
2. Our organization seeks to eliminate illiteracy in this area. _______________________ , we’re building new more schools.
3. He’d been smoking for a long time. ____________________________ , he got lung cancer.
4. ______________________________ she was sick, she didn’t want to miss school.
5. There are many things students can do to improve their English. ________________ , they should read English short stories.
6. Kamal is a professional guitarist. ___________________ , he’s a talented singer.
7. My aunt bought a brand new smart phone , ________________________ she doesn’t know how to use it.
B. JOIN THE SENTENCES USING THE EXPRESSIONS SUGGESTED.
1. Kyle is an intelligent student. He doesn’t like school. ( however )
2. He confronted his boss over a salary raise. He lost his job. ( consequently )
3. My grandpa is 70 years old. He’s still strong enough to work. ( but )
4. Many international organizations receive funds from governments. They get contributions from other sources. ( besides )
5. Our other apartment was too small. We moved to this bigger one. ( that’s why )
6. She wasn’t ready enough. She passed the test. ( although )