Connectives

Dad was late for work _____ he slept in.

• but

• which

• because

• although

Dogs _____ cats make perfect pets.

• because

• but

• which

• and

Sarah wants to eat the pie _____ but she is allergic to nuts.

• but

• which

• because

• although

I forgot to bring my best work, Miss Smith didn't punish me.

• Because

• Although

• But

• So

They did not want others to hear them ____ they spoke softly.

• so

• because

• and

• because of

I love baking cookies ___________ nobody wants to eat them!

• because

• or

• so

• but

He did not earn enough money. _____, his wife decided to get a job.

• Therefore

• On the other hand

• Besides

We do not live in the same building. _____, we seldom see each other.

• Besides

• On the other hand

• Therefore

Andy jogs everyday _______ he can stay in shape.

• but

• so that

• if

• because

…………..…… she was not educated in England, she speaks English like a native.

• Despite

• Even

• Although

• Besides