2. LINKING WORDS Linking words are also called connecting words
Linking words are something that can really help our fluency in English, as they help us to create longer sentences

3. I bought a dog because I really wanted a pet
For example
I bought a dog
I bought a dog because I really wanted a pet
I bought a dog because I really wanted a pet. However, now I wish I hadn’t!

4. Second definition of linking words
A Linking verb connects the subject with a word that gives information about the subject, such as a condition or relationship. They do not show any action; but, they link the subject with the rest of the sentence.

5. The word “are” is the linking word that
For example
“They are a problem.”
The word “are” is the linking word that
connects “they” and “problem” to show the relationship between the two words.

6. Linking words examples
YAQOOT is excited about her promotion
The eggs smell rotten
Sometimes, boys act foolish

7. Some linking words come in the middle of the sentences
Because
And So
But
Until
Then
Etc……..

8. However Therefore In conclusion To summarise.
Whereas some linking words join two sentences and often start with capital letter:
However
Therefore
In conclusion
To summarise.

9. ACTIVITY I really love driving __ on sunny days.
I didn’t eat any crisps __ I ate an ice_ cream.
I went to the park __ I went to the shops.
I love summer __ I hate getting on the underground in the heat.
HURIYA really enjoys knitting __ Mary who hates it!

10. ACTIVITY I really love driving especially on sunny days.
I didn’t eat any crisps but I ate an ice_ cream.
I went to the park then I went to the shops.
I love summer However I hate getting on the underground in the heat.
HURIYA really enjoys knitting Unlike Mary who hates it!