Practice 1 (Linking words & phrases)

Câu 1
1đ

She witnessed the crime, __________ she had to give a statement to the police.

so
therefore
however
for
Câu 2
1đ

She didn't witness the crime, __________ did she hear any suspicious noises.

nor
but
or
yet
Câu 3
1đ

Farmers grow a lot of food, __________ they also need to manage resources carefully.

until
if
and
because
Câu 4
1đ

The police caught the thief, __________ the stolen items were not recovered.

while
so
although
but
Câu 5
1đ

Food security depends on good farming practices, __________ they ensure a steady supply.

for
since
consequently
besides
Câu 6
1đ

Both victims __________ witnesses of cyberbullying should feel safe to report it.

only
and
with
along
Câu 7
1đ

Not only does peer pressure lead to bad decisions, __________ it can also affect your self-confidence.

and
unless
though
but
Câu 8
1đ

You can either ignore the bully to avoid conflict __________ firmly ask them to stop.

nor
or
than 
so
Câu 9
1đ

Many residents would rather use public transportation __________ drive cars that cause pollution.

than
and
with
thus
Câu 10
1đ

Many areas suffer from water shortages __________ there are too many people living there.

therefore
as soon as
because
unless
Câu 11
1đ

__________ plastic products are cheap, they can be harmful to our health and the environment.

However
Although
Since
Additionally
Câu 12
1đ

__________ we use renewable energy sources, we can lower greenhouse gas emissions.

For
Before
Though
If
Câu 13
1đ

__________ we had had a meeting about bullying, students learned how to treat each other kindly.

However
Unless
While
After
Câu 14
1đ

We need to cut down on plastic waste __________ it does not contribute to global warming.

but
so that
despite
by contrast
Câu 15
1đ

Cities are expanding quickly; __________, more new housing is needed.

unless
as soon as
therefore
moreover
Câu 16
1đ

In developed countries, food is often abundant. __________, many developing countries face food shortages.

In addition
As a result
By contrast
For example
Câu 17
1đ

Food security is crucial for everyone. __________, it supports economic stability.

In addition
Due to
So that
In conclusion
Câu 18
1đ

A friend might pressure you to try something new. __________, they might want you to join a club or group.

As a consequence
Nevertheless
In short
For example
Câu 19
1đ

The city has a lot of recycling programs; __________, many people still throw away their waste.

although
for
however
but
Câu 20
1đ

The restaurant has a new menu with healthier options. __________, it offers discounts for students.

Because
Therefore
Moreover
Otherwise