C1 Level Worksheet – Using Connectors
Part 1 – Categories & Meanings
Study the following connectors and their uses:
1. Adding Ideas
● and, as well as, also, in addition, furthermore, too, besides, not only … but also
2. Contrasting Ideas
● on the other hand, however, but, while, nonetheless, nevertheless, yet, although,
though, even though, in spite of, despite
3. Referring to Time
● recently, previously, in recent years, earlier this year, now
4. Giving Examples
● such as, for example, for instance, like
5. Sequencing
● first, second, then (next), next, finally
Part 2 – Complete the Sentences
Fill in the blanks with an appropriate connector. More than one answer may be possible.
1. She speaks three languages fluently. __________, she has experience working as a
translator.
2. I enjoy living in the city. __________, it can be very noisy at night.
3. He failed the exam twice. __________, he didn’t give up and kept studying.
4. I had studied all week. __________, I wasn’t confident during the test.
5. Many students want to study abroad. __________, they are worried about the costs.
6. __________, I would like to thank everyone who participated in the project.
7. Smartphones, __________ iPhones and Samsungs, dominate the global market.
Part 3 – Rewrite the Sentences
Use the given connector to rewrite the sentence. Make any necessary changes.
1. I don’t usually enjoy horror films. I liked the one we watched yesterday.
(use although)
2. He arrived late. He managed to catch the beginning of the movie.
(use in spite of)
3. The teacher is very strict. She is also very fair.
(use not only … but also)
4. He lived in Brazil for two years. He moved to Portugal last year.
(use previously)
5. I don’t enjoy cooking. I love baking.
(use on the other hand)
Part 4 – Error Correction
Each sentence has a mistake with a connector. Correct them.
1. Despite of being tired, she continued working.
2. He studied hard, but nevertheless he passed easily.
3. We need to buy milk, as well as also bread.
4. In the recent years, people became more aware of climate change.
5. First, we visited Paris. Next, we go to Rome.
Part 5 – Discussion & Writing
Discussion questions:
1. What are some advantages of technology in daily life? What are some disadvantages?
(Use contrasting connectors)
2. How has your life changed in recent years? (Use time connectors)
3. What qualities do you value in a friend? Give examples. (Use example connectors)
Writing task:
Write a short argumentative essay (150–180 words) on the topic:
"Is it better to live in a big city or a small town?"
Use at least 8 different connectors from the worksheet. Underline each one.
