Grammar: Connectors (And, But, Or, So, Because) – English – 1st Year Middle School – Algeria

Connectors: And, But, Or, So, Because

Connectors link sentences and ideas.

• And – adds: I like apples and oranges.
• But – contrast: He is rich but unhappy.
• Or – alternatives: Tea or coffee?
• So – result: I was tired so I slept.
• Because – reason: I stayed home because it rained.

Exercises

1. I like football … my brother likes tennis. (but/and)
2. She didnt go … she was ill. (so/because)

Learn Present Simple and Adverbs of Frequency.