And = links two related things (I like burgers and chips. I bought bread and jam.

)
But = links a positive (+) and negative (-) idea. (I like films but I don’t like plays. I
like meat but I don’t like fish.)
So = gives a result. (I was ill so I went to the doctor. I was hungry so I cooked a
curry.)
Because – gives a reason (I went home because I was ill. I ate my lunch
because I was hungry).

Complete sentences with and, so, but or
because.
1. My friend plays tennis _____ football.
2. I am studying English _______ I love
languages
3. He went to the shops _____ he didn’t buy
anything.
4. He doesn’t play the guitar ____ he plays the
drums.
5. She can sing well, _____ she can’t cook.
6. The hat was expensive ______ she didn’t
buy it.
7. David walked slowly _________ he was
tired.
8. The car was old _________ in good
condition.
Complete sentences with and, so, but or
because.
1. I like fish ____ chips.
2. I was thirsty ____ I drank a glass of
water.
3. I was late _______ I over slept this
morning.
4. The bus was late _____ I missed the
lecture.
5. They went to the cinema _____ the
theatre.
6. May was happy _______ Ali was sad.
7. Jill won the race _______ got a prize and
a medal.
8. I was feeling hot _______ I had a shower.