Answer Key
Exercise
Fill in the best linking word…
- That's not possible. [On the contrary] , he sleeps at least 8 hours a night.
- All trains have been delayed [because of, due to] the floods.
- My son has done horrible on his tests, [although, despite the fact that, even though] he is a brilliant child.
- We decided to see the movie, [despite, in spite of] the large crowds.
- We had no manager today. [As a result, Consequently, Therefore] , everyone was relaxed and performed their work quite well.
- I was late for work today [because of, due to] heavy traffic.
- [As well as, In addition to] Japan, I'm also going to visit Korea.
- Maybe he does so poorly [because, since] he doesn't get enough sleep.
- I can't see you tonight. [However] I can meet with you tomorrow.
- Their new movie is fantastic [in contrast] to their previous film.