SELT Using Connectives and Linking Words 3

Question 1

Which connective most effectively shows contrast within a single sentence? 'The restaurant is expensive _____ the food is outstanding.'

Accepted Answer

but

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and

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so

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then

Question 2

Which phrase signals that a list or sequence of points is about to begin? 'There are several reasons the project was delayed. _____, the budget was insufficient.'

Accepted Answer

First of all

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In contrast

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As a result

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Therefore

Question 3

Which connective means 'at the same time'? 'She was preparing dinner in the kitchen. _____, her children were finishing their homework.'

Accepted Answer

Meanwhile

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Therefore

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Subsequently

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Furthermore

Question 4

Which phrase introduces a concession — admitting one point while maintaining another? 'The project received criticism from reviewers. _____, it sold extremely well to the public.'

Accepted Answer

Even so

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Therefore

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For instance

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In addition

Question 5

Which connective best shows the reason for an action? 'She brought an umbrella _____ the forecast predicted heavy rain.'

Accepted Answer

because

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although

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therefore

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however

Question 6

Which phrase is used to restate or clarify what was just said? 'The proposal lacked clear goals and a realistic timeline. _____, it was not ready for approval.'

Accepted Answer

In other words

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As a result

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Furthermore

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On the contrary

Question 7

Which connective shows that one event happens after another is completed? 'She finished reviewing all her notes. _____, she felt ready to begin writing her essay.'

Accepted Answer

Afterwards

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Meanwhile

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However

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Therefore