English Grammar Exercises

Units 117–120: Linking Words, Discourse Markers, Modals

117. Linking Words (for instance, moreover)
117.1 For instance / Moreover / Then
  1. For instance
  2. Moreover
  3. Then
117.2 Linking Words
  1. Then I switch on the oven and find the ingredients.
  2. Next, I put all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them together.
  3. After that, I pour the mixture into a baking pan.
  4. You can add extra ingredients such as nuts or dried fruit.
  5. Finally, put the cake into the oven for about 25 minutes.
117.3 Furthermore
  1. Furthermore, you should choose the type of house you want.
  2. For example, do you want to live in an apartment or a house?
  3. Does the property have, for instance, a balcony?
  4. In conclusion, you should think carefully before buying a house.
117.4 Additionally
  1. Additionally, they provide employment to many people in the region.
  2. Furthermore, many species are in danger of extinction.
  3. Meanwhile, the logging companies continue to destroy vast areas.
  4. In conclusion, forests are in need of urgent protection.
118. Discourse Markers (actually, I mean)
118.1 Actually / I mean
  1. Really I find him quite dull.
  2. I didn't think it was that bad, actually.
  3. It's not that I disagree, I don't like them.
  4. I don't agree, I think it looks great.
  5. I thought it was preferable to be honest.
118.2 Discourse Markers
  1. To be honest, I much prefer the city.
  2. To be honest, I was incredibly boring.
  3. I'm afraid I disagree. I think it's really overcrowded.
118.3 Discourse Markers
  1. Anyway, he's still a really good writer.
  2. He should be on TV, he was.
  3. Anyway, I think she's very talented.
  4. I don't think I agree with you at all.
  5. By the way, have you read her first novel?
  6. You have a point about her books costing too much.
  7. Actually, I thought the main character was awful.
  8. I tell you I wouldn't like Claudia's new novel!
119. Discourse Markers (however, on the other hand)
119.1 However / On the other hand
  1. It seems my car has broken down again.
  2. It seems like modern art. However, I don't mind this picture.
119.2 Discourse Markers
  1. The restaurant is nearby, I rarely go there.
  2. However, whenever I go there, I always have a good time.
  3. On the one hand, the very expensive, but on the other hand, the food quality.
  4. I might go out tonight. Alternatively, I could relax in front of the TV.
  5. I'm really feeling tired. I decided to go out with my friends.
119.3 Discourse Markers
  1. It seems you haven't completed all the paperwork.
  2. She could potentially be a really good actor.
  3. It appears that someone forgot to lock up the office.
  4. To a certain extent, we believe Manuel is right.
120. Modals (can, could, be able to)
120.1 Can / Could
  1. You know, that's a great idea.
  2. Sort of I can hold a basic conversation.
  3. Well, I do have to be better.
  4. Let's see, I can probably make you 100.
  5. Wow! That's amazing.
120.2 Can / Could
  • Let's see, I've been working in IT for more than 10 years.
  • Well, I enjoy working with my team and new projects.
  • So, I think we can all agree that the project is a success.
    • 120.3 Can / Could
    1. Really? What are you going to do there?
    2. You know that might be hard work.
    3. I suppose so, but I will practice my French.
    4. Of course I can help you learn French!
    5. Oh right. What else do you want to do?
    6. Let's see I'd like to try and learn French.
    7. Wow! That sounds like a great idea.

    Answers Index (All in Order)

    117.1 For instance
    117.2 Then I switch on the oven and find the ingredients.
    117.3 Furthermore, you should choose the type of house you want.
    117.4 Additionally, they provide employment to many people in the region.
    118.1 Really I find him quite dull.
    118.2 To be honest, I much prefer the city.
    118.3 Anyway, he's still a really good writer.
    119.1 It seems my car has broken down again.
    119.2 The restaurant is nearby, I rarely go there.
    119.3 It seems you haven't completed all the paperwork.
    120.1 You know, that's a great idea.
    120.2 Let's see, I've been working in IT for more than 10 years.
    120.3 Really? What are you going to do there?