✅ 100 Fill-in-the-Gaps with Connectors

A. Addition (1–10)

1. He is intelligent, ______ he is hardworking.

2. She likes reading; ______, she enjoys writing.

3. The room was dirty; ______, it smelled bad.

4. He finished the task; ______, he helped others.

5. Rima speaks English. ______, she can speak French.

6. The shop sells fruits ______ vegetables.

7. I bought a pen ______ a notebook.

8. They are honest; ______, they are helpful.

9. He not only sings ______ also dances.

10. The weather was cold; ______, it was windy.

B. Contrast (11–20)

11. He is rich, ______ he is not happy.

12. She tried hard; ______, she failed.

13. I wanted to go, ______ I was too tired.

14. He is tall, ______ his brother is short.

15. The task was easy; ______, he could not do it.

16. ______ he was ill, he went to school.

17. She is slow ______ careful.

18. I studied well; ______, I didn’t get good marks.

19. He is friendly ______ rude at times.

20. The dress is beautiful; ______, it is expensive.

C. Cause/Reason (21–30)

21. He was late ______ he missed the bus.

22. She failed ______ she didn’t study.

23. ______ the weather was bad, the match was postponed.

24. The road was closed ______ an accident.

25. The teacher punished him ______ he was careless.

26. He didn’t attend class ______ he was sick.

27. ______ heavy rain, the exam was cancelled.

28. The baby cried ______ it was hungry.

29. The match stopped ______ darkness.

30. ______ he was tired, he slept early.

D. Result/Effect (31–40)

31. It rained heavily, ______ the roads were flooded.

32. He was ill; ______, he didn’t go to school.

33. She studied hard; ______, she passed easily.

34. The players were tired; ______, they took a rest.

35. He worked hard, ______ he succeeded.

36. She missed the train; ______, she arrived late.

37. He didn’t study; ______, he failed.

38. The traffic was heavy; ______, we were late.

39. The power went out; ______, we couldn’t watch TV.

40. The weather was terrible; ______, the trip was cancelled.

E. Purpose (41–50)

41. He went to the library ______ study.

42. She spoke loudly ______ everyone could hear.

43. They worked hard ______ finish on time.

44. He saved money ______ buy a computer.

45. She exercised regularly ______ stay fit.

46. He left early ______ avoid traffic.

47. She reads a lot ______ improve her vocabulary.

48. He went home ______ he could rest.

49. She studies well ______ she may get a scholarship.

50. He shouted ______ warn others.

F. Condition (51–60)

51. You will fail ______ you study.

52. ______ it rains, we will stay home.

53. ______ you try, you will succeed.

54. I will help you ______ you need me.

55. You cannot enter ______ you have a ticket.

56. We won’t start ______ he arrives.

57. She will not come ______ you invite her.

58. ______ you work hard, you will get promoted.

59. You can’t succeed ______ you make mistakes.

60. ______ you heat ice, it melts.

G. Time (61–70)

61. I will call you ______ I reach home.

62. ______ the rain stops, we will go out.

63. He left ______ finishing his meal.

64. She cried ______ she heard the news.

65. They waited ______ the bus arrived.

66. ______ he woke up, he brushed his teeth.

67. She will start cooking ______ they come.

68. He ran away ______ seeing the police.

69. ______ the movie ended, everyone clapped.

70. He will not go out ______ it gets dark.

H. Example/Illustration (71–80)

71. Many fruits contain vitamins; ______, oranges and lemons.

72. Some countries suffer from pollution; ______, India and Bangladesh.

73. He visited many places, ______ museums and parks.

74. There are many programming languages, ______ Python and Java.

75. You should eat more vegetables, ______ spinach and carrots.

76. Many animals are endangered; ______, the Bengal tiger.

77. He likes outdoor sports, ______ football and cricket.

78. She buys eco-friendly products, ______ bamboo bottles.

79. Many students struggle with math, ______ algebra and geometry.

80. She has visited many cities; ______, Dhaka and Chittagong.

I. Comparison (81–90)

81. He runs fast, ______ his brother runs slowly.

82. She is clever, ______ he is foolish.

83. Rina is tall ______ Mina is short.

84. He works hard ______ others relax.

85. This book is interesting ______ that one is boring.

86. She sings well ______ dances beautifully.

87. He is as brave ______ a lion.

88. This car is cheaper ______ that one.

89. He speaks English ______ a native speaker.

90. She cooks better ______ her sister.

J. Sequence/Order (91–100)

91. ______, wash your hands.

92. ______, cut the vegetables.

93. ______, heat the oil in a pan.

94. ______, fry the onions.

95. ______, add the spices.

96. ______, cook the mixture for 10 minutes.

97. ______, serve it hot.

98. He entered the room, ______ he sat down.

99. She woke up, ______ she brushed her teeth.

100. They finished the meal, ______ they left the restaurant.

101. ✅ Answer Key (100 Answers)

     A. Addition (1–10)

     1. and

     2. moreover / also / besides

     3. moreover / furthermore

     4. moreover / besides

     5. moreover / in addition

     6. and

     7. and

     8. moreover / besides / furthermore

     9. but also

     10. moreover / besides / also

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     B. Contrast (11–20)

     11. but

     12. however

     13. but

     14. whereas / while

     15. yet / however

     16. although / though

     17. but

     18. yet / however

     19. yet / but

     20. however / nevertheless

     ---

     C. Cause/Reason (21–30)

     21. because

     22. because

     23. Since / As / Because

     24. because of / due to

     25. because

     26. because

     27. Due to / Because of / Owing to

     28. because

     29. because of / due to

     30. Because / Since / As

     ---

     D. Result/Effect (31–40)

     31. so

     32. therefore

     33. as a result / therefore

     34. therefore / so / as a result

     35. so

     36. therefore / as a result

     37. so / therefore

     38. therefore / as a result

     39. so / therefore

     40. therefore / as a result / consequently

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     E. Purpose (41–50)

     41. to

     42. so that

     43. to / in order to

     44. to

     45. to / in order to

     46. to

     47. to

     48. so that

     49. so that

     50. to

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     F. Condition (51–60)

     51. unless

     52. If

     53. If

     54. if

     55. unless

     56. until

     57. unless

     58. If

     59. unless

     60. If / When

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     G. Time (61–70)

     61. when

     62. When / After

     63. after

     64. when

     65. until

     66. When

     67. when

     68. on / upon

     69. After

     70. until / before

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     H. Example/Illustration (71–80)

     71. for example

     72. for example

     73. such as

     74. such as

     75. such as

     76. for example

     77. such as

     78. for example

     79. such as

     80. for example

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     I. Comparison (81–90)

     81. whereas / while

     82. whereas / while

     83. whereas / while

     84. while / whereas

     85. whereas / while

     86. and

     87. as

     88. than

     89. like

     90. than

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     J. Sequence/Order (91–100)

     91. First / Firstly

     92. Next / Then

     93. Then

     94. Then / Next

     95. Next / Then

     96. Then / After that

     97. Finally

     98. then / afterwards

     99. then / after that

     100. then / afterwards

✅ 60 MCQs on Connectors & Linkers

🔵 Set 1: Basic Level (1–20)

1. He was ill, ______ he went to school.
   a) because
   b) but
   c) so
   d) and

2. It was raining; ______, we decided to stay home.
   a) therefore
   b) because
   c) although
   d) since

3. She is poor ______ honest.
   a) so
   b) but
   c) because
   d) if

4. He worked hard ______ he could pass the exam.
   a) although
   b) so that
   c) because
   d) but

5. The room was dirty; ______, it smelled bad.
   a) besides
   b) however
   c) for example
   d) therefore

6. ______ he was late, he apologized.
   a) Although
   b) Because
   c) So
   d) Therefore

7. I like tea. ______, I drink coffee.
   a) Therefore
   b) However
   c) Because
   d) And

8. You will not pass ______ you study hard.
   a) if
   b) and
   c) unless
   d) so

9. He didn’t eat breakfast. ______, he felt weak.
   a) Although
   b) Besides
   c) As a result
   d) If

10. ______ it was raining, they went outside.
    a) Because
    b) Although
    c) So
    d) If

11. I love fruits, ______ apples and bananas.
    a) so
    b) such as
    c) although
    d) because

12. We must hurry ______ we will miss the train.
    a) unless
    b) or
    c) because
    d) although

13. She talks a lot, ______ she doesn’t say anything important.
    a) but
    b) so
    c) because
    d) therefore

14. ______ he is rich, he is not happy.
    a) So
    b) Although
    c) Because
    d) If

15. The players were tired; ______, they continued playing.
    a) therefore
    b) nevertheless
    c) because
    d) so

16. ______ he studied hard, he failed.
    a) Because
    b) Since
    c) Although
    d) So

17. She was hungry; ______, she ate a burger.
    a) so
    b) although
    c) but
    d) yet

18. Children should eat vegetables ______ they contain vitamins.
    a) although
    b) because
    c) but
    d) unless

19. He is slow ______ careful.
    a) or
    b) but
    c) so
    d) unless

20. We waited ______ the bus arrived.
    a) unless
    b) until
    c) so
    d) therefore

🔵 Set 2: Intermediate Level (21–40)

21. He left early, ______ he had an important meeting.
    a) although
    b) because
    c) yet
    d) but

22. The exam was tough; ______, most students passed.
    a) although
    b) therefore
    c) however
    d) because

23. The road was closed ______ heavy traffic.
    a) because
    b) due to
    c) although
    d) but

24. He practiced hard; ______, he improved a lot.
    a) moreover
    b) therefore
    c) although
    d) such as

25. She bought a coat ______ it was cold.
    a) but
    b) because
    c) so
    d) although

26. They left early; ______, they reached on time.
    a) however
    b) otherwise
    c) consequently
    d) because

27. Walk fast; ______, you will be late.
    a) because
    b) otherwise
    c) although
    d) since

28. He didn’t follow the rules; ______, he was punished.
    a) consequently
    b) although
    c) but
    d) so that

29. ______ I was tired, I took a rest.
    a) Because of
    b) Although
    c) Since
    d) So

30. She passed the exam ______ she didn’t study much.
    a) because
    b) although
    c) so
    d) and

31. He speaks English well; ______, he struggles with writing.
    a) similarly
    b) however
    c) therefore
    d) because

32. It was hot; ______, we went swimming.
    a) however
    b) therefore
    c) although
    d) if

33. He bought many items, ______ milk and bread.
    a) although
    b) but
    c) such as
    d) because of

34. She is talented ______ she needs more practice.
    a) so
    b) and
    c) but
    d) therefore

35. ______ you work hard, you cannot succeed.
    a) If
    b) Unless
    c) Because
    d) Although

36. Take an umbrella ______ it rains.
    a) because
    b) if
    c) unless
    d) therefore

37. He finished his work; ______, he helped his friend.
    a) meanwhile
    b) afterwards
    c) although
    d) because

38. She was tired; ______, she continued working.
    a) nevertheless
    b) because
    c) thus
    d) unless

39. They practiced regularly; ______, they won the match.
    a) therefore
    b) although
    c) but
    d) unless

40. He apologized ______ he made a mistake.
    a) although
    b) because
    c) but
    d) so

🔵 Set 3: Advanced Level (41–60)

41. He studied hard; ______, he didn’t achieve good results.
    a) consequently
    b) nevertheless
    c) because
    d) so

42. I will call you ______ I reach home.
    a) unless
    b) when
    c) therefore
    d) although

43. She sings well; ______, she is a good dancer too.
    a) besides
    b) although
    c) so
    d) however

44. He didn’t like the offer; ______, he accepted it for money.
    a) because
    b) moreover
    c) nevertheless
    d) if

45. He cannot read ______ write.
    a) or
    b) but
    c) unless
    d) if

46. ______ being tired, he finished the work.
    a) Because
    b) Besides
    c) Despite
    d) Therefore

47. The workers protested; ______, the factory was closed.
    a) consequently
    b) although
    c) if
    d) yet

48. He is honest; ______, he is respected.
    a) therefore
    b) although
    c) but
    d) unless

49. ______ the weather improved, the match began.
    a) While
    b) As soon as
    c) Because
    d) Unless

50. The problem was serious; ______, it needed immediate action.
    a) because
    b) hence
    c) although
    d) unless

51. He was warned; ______, he repeated the same mistake.
    a) therefore
    b) nevertheless
    c) because
    d) unless

52. She completed the task; ______, she checked it again.
    a) afterwards
    b) although
    c) because
    d) unless

53. He must work hard; ______, he will fail.
    a) and
    b) therefore
    c) otherwise
    d) because

54. They practiced every day; ______, they improved quickly.
    a) such as
    b) as a result
    c) although
    d) unless

55. She was upset; ______, she tried to smile.
    a) so
    b) because
    c) yet
    d) therefore

56. The boy was punished ______ he was late.
    a) although
    b) because
    c) unless
    d) yet

57. We left early ______ avoid traffic.
    a) so that
    b) so as to
    c) unless
    d) because of

58. He was injured; ______, he continued playing.
    a) therefore
    b) hence
    c) nevertheless
    d) because

59. ______ he studied well, he forgot everything in the exam.
    a) Although
    b) Because
    c) Unless
    d) Therefore

60. He didn’t eat breakfast; ______, he felt sick.
    a) consequently
    b) although
    c) unless
    d) if

✅ Answer Key (60 MCQs)

Set 1 (1–20)

1. b) but

2. a) therefore

3. b) but

4. b) so that

5. a) besides

6. a) Although

7. d) And

8. c) unless

9. c) As a result

10. b) Although

11. b) such as

12. b) or

13. a) but

14. b) Although

15. b) nevertheless

16. c) Although

17. a) so

18. b) because

19. b) but

20. b) until

Set 2 (21–40)

21. b) because

22. c) however

23. b) due to

24. b) therefore

25. b) because

26. c) consequently

27. b) otherwise

28. a) consequently

29. c) Since

30. b) although

31. b) however

32. b) therefore

33. c) such as

34. c) but

35. b) Unless

36. b) if

37. b) afterwards

38. a) nevertheless

39. a) therefore

40. b) because

Set 3 (41–60)

41. b) nevertheless

42. b) when

43. a) besides

44. c) nevertheless

45. a) or

46. c) Despite

47. a) consequently

48. a) therefore

49. b) As soon as

50. b) hence

51. b) nevertheless

52. a) afterwards

53. c) otherwise

54. b) as a result

55. c) yet

56. b) because

57. b) so as to

58. c) nevertheless

59. a) Although

60. a) consequently

Here are 5 high-quality paragraphs written with proper connectors/linkers, suitable for exams (SSC, HSC, University admission, Academic writing).

✅ Paragraph 1: Importance of Education

Education is essential for the development of an individual as well as a nation. Firstly, it helps people gain knowledge and skills. Secondly, education develops critical thinking, which enables us to solve problems effectively. Moreover, educated people can make informed decisions in their personal and social lives. As a result, they contribute to society in meaningful ways. Therefore, a nation must invest in education to ensure progress and prosperity.

✅ Paragraph 2: Environmental Pollution

Environmental pollution has become a serious problem in modern times. On the one hand, rapid industrialization has improved our lifestyle. On the other hand, it has caused severe air, water, and soil pollution. For example, factories release toxic smoke and chemicals into the environment. Consequently, people suffer from various diseases. In addition, deforestation and plastic waste are worsening the condition. Unless we take immediate steps to control pollution, the future of our planet will be in danger.

✅ Paragraph 3: Benefits of Reading Books

Reading books is one of the most beneficial habits. To begin with, it increases our knowledge and widens our outlook. Besides, reading improves vocabulary and communication skills. Furthermore, it reduces stress by allowing us to enter different worlds of imagination. Unlike watching television, reading requires active thinking and concentration. Thus, people who read regularly become more creative and intelligent. In short, reading books plays a vital role in personal development.

✅ Paragraph 4: Use of Mobile Phones

Mobile phones have become an essential part of modern life. At present, people use mobile phones not only for communication but also for online classes, banking, and entertainment. However, excessive use of mobile phones has negative effects. For instance, students may get addicted to games and social media. As a result, their studies may be affected. Therefore, it is important to use mobile phones wisely. In conclusion, mobile phones are useful, but they must be used responsibly.

✅ Paragraph 5: Traffic Jam in Big Cities

Traffic jam is a common problem in big cities. Every day, thousands of vehicles crowd the roads. As a result, people waste valuable time on the streets. Although the government has taken several steps to improve the traffic system, the problem still exists. One major reason is the increasing number of private cars. Moreover, illegal parking and poor traffic management worsen the situation. To solve this problem, public transport should be improved and traffic rules must be strictly followed. Only then can we reduce traffic congestion.

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✅ 1. A Rainy Day

A rainy day is a day when it rains continuously from morning till evening. On such a day, the sky remains cloudy and the roads become muddy. Students often suffer because they cannot go to school as transportation becomes difficult. People stay indoors while some go out with umbrellas. The poor suffer the most because they cannot work outdoors. In short, a rainy day brings both joy and suffering.

✅ 2. Importance of Reading Newspaper

Reading newspapers is essential for gaining knowledge because it provides information about the world. It keeps us updated about politics, sports, science, and technology. Moreover, it develops our reading habit and widens our outlook. Students benefit greatly as it helps them prepare for examinations. Therefore, everyone should read newspapers regularly to stay informed.

✅ 3. Student Life

Student life is the best period of a person’s life because it is the time for learning and character formation. Students must study regularly, obey their teachers, and maintain discipline. Besides, they should take part in games and co-curricular activities. A student who uses time wisely succeeds in life, whereas a careless student suffers. Thus, student life should be used properly for a bright future.

✅ 4. Mobile Phone

A mobile phone is a wonderful invention of modern science. It helps people communicate instantly, and it saves time and energy. Students use mobile phones for learning, watching tutorials, and taking online classes. However, excessive use can harm health and waste valuable time. Therefore, we should use mobile phones wisely for our benefit.

✅ 5. Environmental Pollution

Environmental pollution has become a major problem in the modern world. The air is polluted by smoke from vehicles and factories, while water is polluted by waste and chemicals. Soil pollution occurs when farmers use too many pesticides. As a result, humans and animals suffer from various diseases. To sum up, we must take effective steps to reduce pollution and protect our environment.

✅ 6. Importance of Learning English

English is an international language, so it is very important for communication. It is used in science, technology, aviation, and business. Students must learn English properly because most books and information are written in English. Moreover, good English skills help people get better jobs. Therefore, learning English is essential for success in modern life.

✅ 7. Digital Bangladesh

Digital Bangladesh refers to a country that uses modern technology for all its activities. The government has taken many steps, such as building digital centers and improving internet facilities. Students can now study online, and farmers receive information through mobile phones. Besides, government services are becoming faster and easier. Thus, Digital Bangladesh is helping the nation move forward.

✅ 8. Deforestation

Deforestation means cutting down trees on a large scale. People cut trees for fuel, farming, and housing. Consequently, it causes soil erosion, floods, and climate change. Many birds and animals lose their homes. If we continue deforestation, our future will be at risk. Therefore, we must plant more trees and stop unnecessary cutting.

✅ 9. Traffic Jam

Traffic jam is a common problem in big cities. It occurs when too many vehicles move on narrow roads. Besides, illegal parking and poor traffic rules make the situation worse. People waste valuable time and feel stressed. Students cannot reach school on time, while office workers face trouble every day. Therefore, strict traffic management is needed to solve this problem.

✅ 10. The Uses and Abuses of Internet

The internet is a great source of knowledge and entertainment. Students use it for research, communication, and online learning. However, some people waste time on social media or harmful websites. As a result, they lose concentration and become addicted. Thus, the internet should be used carefully so that it benefits us rather than harms us.