Linking Words Quiz

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    _____ you need my help, come and see me.

    • Unless
    • If
    • Although
    • After
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Dive into our Linking Words Quiz! This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of linking words and transitions, essential tools for connecting ideas and improving the flow of your writing. In this quiz, you'll encounter various scenarios where you'll need to choose the most appropriate linking word or phrase to effectively link sentences and paragraphs together.

From simple transitions like "however" and "therefore" to more complex connectors such as "consequently" and "moreover," you'll explore a wide range of options to enhance the coherence and cohesion of your writing. Whether you're a student working on academic papers, a professional crafting business reports, or an aspiring writer honing your craft, mastering linking words is crucial for clear and effective communication.

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  • 2. 

    I'll visit you ____ I have finished my homework.

    • Whereas

    • So

    • But

    • As soon as

    Correct Answer
    A. As soon as
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "as soon as". This is because the phrase "as soon as" indicates that the action of visiting will happen immediately after finishing homework. It implies a cause-and-effect relationship between the two actions, suggesting that visiting will only occur once the homework is completed.

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  • 3. 

    She is really an excellent student. She can speak ____ Italian ______ Turkish.

    • Neither ... nor

    • Both ... and

    • Either ... or

    Correct Answer
    A. Both ... and
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "both ... and" because it suggests that the person can speak both Italian and Turkish. This phrase is used to indicate that two or more things are true or possible at the same time. In this case, it means that the person is proficient in both languages.

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  • 4. 

    We haven't seen Bob _____ he arrived from London.

    • Since

    • As

    • Until

    • Unless

    Correct Answer
    A. Since
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "since". This conjunction is used to indicate that the speaker has not seen Bob from the time he arrived from London until the present moment. It suggests that Bob arrived from London at some point in the past and the speaker has not seen him since then.

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  • 5. 

    I hate Math  _____ Physics.

    • As well

    • Too

    • Also

    • As well as

    Correct Answer
    A. As well as
    Explanation
    In the sentence "I hate Math _____ Physics," the most grammatically appropriate and stylistically smooth filler is "as well as." This expression correctly links the two subjects (Math and Physics) that are equally disliked, emphasizing a parallel dislike without redundancy. The phrase "as well as" serves to add an additional item or equal emphasis in lists, making it the perfect choice for this sentence structure.

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  • 6. 

    He wasn't able to finish his work, _____ he tried as hard as he could.

    • Even though

    • But

    • If

    • Besides

    Correct Answer
    A. Even though
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "even though". This conjunction is used to introduce a contrasting statement or situation. In this context, it suggests that despite the person's efforts, they were still unable to complete their work.

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  • 7. 

    ______ all the technical problems he had with the computer, he managed to send the e-mail.

    • Despite

    • Although

    • Because of

    • Since

    Correct Answer
    A. Despite
    Explanation
    Despite all the technical problems he had with the computer, he managed to send the e-mail. This suggests that despite the challenges and obstacles posed by the technical problems, the person was still able to overcome them and successfully send the e-mail. The word "despite" indicates a contrast between the difficulties faced and the ultimate accomplishment.

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  • 8. 

    ______ Peter woke up late, he missed his first class on Monday.

    • When

    • Despite

    • Before

    • Since

    Correct Answer
    A. Since
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "since". This is because "since" is used to show a cause-and-effect relationship between two actions or events. In this case, the cause is Peter waking up late and the effect is him missing his first class on Monday. The word "since" connects these two ideas and indicates that the second action happened because of the first action.

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  • 9. 

    ______ I think that he will win the race, Richard believes that he will not.

    • However

    • Furthermore

    • While

    • In spite of

    Correct Answer
    A. While
    Explanation
    The word "while" is the correct answer because it shows a contrast or opposition between the speaker's belief and Richard's belief. The sentence suggests that the speaker believes that he will win the race, but Richard believes the opposite. "While" is used to indicate this difference in opinion or belief.

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  • 10. 

    Maria wasn't feeling so well. ______,  she went to school.

    • Nevertheless

    • Although

    • Consequently

    • Therefore

    Correct Answer
    A. Nevertheless
    Explanation
    The correct word to use in this context is "nevertheless." The complete sentence would be: "Maria wasn't feeling so well. Nevertheless, she went to school." "Nevertheless" is an adverb that means "in spite of that" or "despite what has just been said or referred to." In this case, it shows that Maria still decided to go to school despite not feeling well.

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  • 11. 

    I had to stay at home, ______ my brother went out with his buddies.

    • Whereas

    • When

    • While

    • Despite

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Whereas
    A. While
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "whereas". This conjunction is used to show a contrast between two clauses. In this sentence, it indicates that the speaker had to stay at home, while their brother went out with his buddies. It highlights the difference in their activities.

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  • 12. 

    He doesn't like fishing very much; ____ he went with his friends anyway.

    • But

    • Thus

    • Nonetheless

    • Nevertheless

    • Yet

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. But
    A. Nonetheless
    A. Nevertheless
    A. Yet
    Explanation
    The correct answer for this question is "but, nonetheless, nevertheless, yet." These words are used to indicate a contrast or contradiction between the first part of the sentence ("He doesn't like fishing very much") and the second part ("he went with his friends anyway"). They show that despite his lack of interest in fishing, he still chose to go with his friends.

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Juliette Firla |MA (Teaching Writing) |
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Juliette is a middle school English teacher at Sacred Heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. Juliette earned a BA in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Elon University and an MA in Teaching Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a Classroom Teacher license from the Connecticut State Department of Education. Juliette possesses strong skills in English language arts, writing, editing, and literature study. She has a deep passion for working with young people and contributing to the education of America's youth in the classroom.

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