Part 1: Multiple Choice Cloze
5) Linking Words
Make sure you know the difference between the
common linking words used in English.
Choose the answer A, B or C that completes each sentence.
1
Studying abroad is a great opportunity. .......... the other hand,
you might find yourself getting homesick.
A By
B In
C On
2 He did hardly any work before the exam. .........., he managed
to pass.
A Although
B Nevertheless
C Despite
3
Life in a big city is more stressful than the country. ..........
it can also be expensive.
A Further
B Addition
C Moreover
4 Some people have said the play is boring. .......... the contrary,
I found it absolutely fascinating
A On
B In
C At
5 The law regarding dangerous driving has been changed. As a/an
.......... ,more people are going to prison.
A effect
B result
C outcome
6 The company is making a number of changes. In other ..........
it seems that there are going to be a number of job losses.
A words
B ways
C sayings
7 She bumped into her ex-boyfriend in the street, .......... all
her efforts to avoid him.
A through
B spite
C despite
8
The team played well in the first half. In .........., during the
second half they completely lost control of the game.
A contrary
B contrast
C context
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