English — Writing: Linking Words (and, but, so, because) — 4th Year Middle School — Algerian Curriculum

Linking Words

And (addition)

Adds information: I like reading and writing.

But (contrast)

Shows contrast: I like coffee but I don’t like tea.

So (result)

Shows result: I was tired so I went to bed.

Because (reason)

Gives reason: I stayed home because it was raining.

Exercise

Join: I woke up late (so/because) I missed the bus. She is smart (and/but) hardworking.

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