Activity on connectors 1 ((Site sheet) 1/2 WEEK III)

Complete following sentences using an appropriate connecting word.

1. Alice seems to be quite intelligent; nonetheless, she often gets poor grades.

whereas

otherwise

nonetheless

2. This restaurant has some of the best chefs in the town. Moreover their service is excellent.

In addition to

beside

moreover

3. I’ve never been to the US in spite of having friends and relatives there.

Although

however

in spite of

4. He is a reckless driver; although, he hasn’t had anyaccidents.

even as

although

even so

5. My sister works three jobs in a day; However, she doesn’t earn much money.

However

even as

moreover

6. We went out despite the cold weather.

despite

although

besides

7. I tried to look happy although feeling miserable.

Although

in spite of

however

Activity on connectors 2 

Fill in the blanks with the words given below. Use each sentence connector only once.

Wherever; finally; however; in spite of; although; as if; unless; since; despite; so as not to

1. The dog eats the food hungrily as if it has been starved for months.

2. However all good things must come to an end.

3. All the students have been miserable finally Mrs. Tan left the school.

4. Always stand up for yourself so as not to lose your integrity.

5. Her baby remains as skinny as ever in spite of the vitamins and expensive food.

6. Agatha won't go out with you unless you promise to pay for the lunch.

7. Do remember to keep in contact wherever you are.

8. Although he is sick, he still continues working.

9. Since tough he appears to be, he still loses to the short man.

10. The plane managed to land despite the heavy rain, thunder and lightning.