Connectors
7 Grade 8 English questions on Connectors, with worked marking schemes. 7 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 mark_______ the challenges, the team managed to complete the project.
A. In spite of
B. Due to
C. Because of
D. Owing to
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1 markShe studied medicine. _______, she volunteered at the local clinic.
A. However
B. Although
C. Furthermore
D. But
(1 mark)
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1 markChoose the correct word: "She speaks English as well _______ French."
A. as
B. than
C. with
D. like
(1 mark)
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1 markHe is not only a teacher _______ a mentor.
A. but also
B. yet
C. or
D. and
(1 mark)
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1 markChoose the correct connector: "The weather was terrible; _______, the event was cancelled."
A. however
B. consequently
C. although
D. meanwhile
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1 markThe project failed _______ poor planning.
A. due to
B. although
C. despite
D. nevertheless
(1 mark)
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A. 'Due to' = because of (cause)
Question 7
1 markThe economy has improved. _______, unemployment remains high.
A. Therefore
B. Consequently
C. Nevertheless
D. Moreover
(1 mark)
Marking scheme
C. 'Nevertheless' = despite that (contrast)
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