The TOEFL iBT Official Prep Book (Volume I)

Exercise 2

Instructions • Study these connectors and example sentences.

o Coordinating conjunction: I took the bus, and then I transferred to the train . o Subordinating conjunction: I took the bus because the train was late . OR o Because the train was late, I took the bus . o Conjunctive adverb: I took the bus; however, the train would have been faster. OR o I took the bus. However, the train would have been faster. • In the chart that follows, group these connectors into the correct category. An example has been provided in each category of the chart.

although, but, even though, for, furthermore, moreover, nevertheless, nor, or, since, so, therefore, unless, while, yet

Coordinating Conjunctions

Subordinating Conjunctions

Conjunctive Adverbs

and,

because,

however,

Exercise 3

Instructions • Complete the sentences that follow; you will need to supply your own ideas to make the sentences complete . Be careful to use the correct punctuation . • When you finish, review your work; try reading your sentences aloud to evaluate how fluent and natural they sound . • There is no answer key for this part of the lesson because answers will vary, but sample sentences have been provided in the answer key.

a. (coordinating conjunction) I couldn’t find my phone this morning b. (subordinating conjunction) I didn’t like playing sports as a child c. (subordinating conjunction) The final exam will be held next week d. (conjunctive adverb) Construction on the new highway starts tomorrow e . (subordinating conjunction) They need to move to a new flat f . (conjunctive adverb) The computer lab will be closed this weekend g . (subordinating conjunction) He frequently reviews his vocabulary flashcards h. (coordinating conjunction) She felt confident answering the interview questions

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