LINKING WORDS

Population growth rates will decrease ........people are having fewer children.

• because

• because of

• due to

Overpopulation is looked on as a problem ...... the impact it is having on the planet.

• because

• therefore

• due to

Climate change will be more visible in the next few years....the continuing growth of developing nations.

• because

• as a result of

• since

These days people are having a better lifestyle. ...., there are also new diseases.

• therefore

• as a result of

• however

My grandparents moved to the city..... they could find jobs and have a better life.

• in order to

• to

• so that

There are many people who are moving back to the city centre .... avoid commuting everyday

• in order to

• to

• so that

I whispered.... disturb the passengers of the flight.

• in order not to

• to

• so that

Taking care of the environment is essential. ........., many people don't seem to be worried.

• Although

• However

• Therefore

Vegans don't eat anything that comes from animals , ..... vegetarians are not so fundamentalist.

• nevertheless

• otherwise

• whereas

Overpopulation is a problem. ..., there are some solutions to consider.

• however

• otherwise

• whereas