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Linking words & contrast

Grammar · B2 · 11 printable sheets, each with an answer key.

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  1. Sheet 1 · 30 minLinking words of purpose: studying abroadIn order to, so as not to, so that and in case in advice for students going to study in another country.Free
  2. Sheet 2 · 30 minGrammar explained: linking words & contrastAlthough, despite, however, whereas: the right grammar after each linker.Premium
  3. Sheet 3 · 30 minGrammar explained: linking words & contrast – however, nevertheless, yetHowever or but? Linking sentences and clauses, with the right punctuation.Premium
  4. Sheet 4 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: in an articleRead an article about working from home, notice the linking words and match them to their functions.Premium
  5. Sheet 5 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: although, though, even thoughUse although, though and even though in different positions and complete sentences in your own way.Premium
  6. Sheet 6 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: despite and in spite ofUse despite and in spite of with nouns, -ing forms and the fact that, and rewrite although sentences.Premium
  7. Sheet 7 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: however and neverthelessPunctuate however and nevertheless correctly and express one idea with four different linkers.Premium
  8. Sheet 8 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: whereas, while, unlikeCompare two facts with whereas and while, and use unlike + noun.Premium
  9. Sheet 9 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: moreover, in addition, not onlyAdd points with moreover, in addition (to), as well as and besides, and use Not only with inversion.Premium
  10. Sheet 10 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: cause and resultLink causes and results with because (of), since, so, therefore, as a result and due to.Premium
  11. Sheet 11 · 20 minLinking words & contrast: review and essay planChoose and correct linking words, then plan an opinion essay using contrast and addition.Premium