More Linking Words and Phrases

Practice connecting your ideas with linking words. Follow the instructions in each question and use the specific linking word or phrase. Take turns asking and answering. Try to continue the conversation when possible.

Discussion Questions:

Time & Sequence

1. Talk about what you usually do before going to bed.
2. Describe a famous person you have known about since last year.
3. Talk about two things you do and use at the same time or while.
4. Say what you will do at a cafe until your friend arrives.

Similarity

5. How is learning English like learning a sport or instrument?
6. Compare two foods that are prepared in the same way.
7. Talk about two people you know who do things similarly.

Emphasis

8. Which season do you enjoy? Say what you like especially.
9. Which kind of online content do you enjoy? Explain in particular why.
10. What’s the best thing about your neighborhood? Use the expression above all.

Condition & Limits

11. What would you do if you forgot your phone?
12. What will you not be able to do unless you win the lottery?
13. What will you do this weekend as long as you have time?
14. You’ll buy a new phone only if what happens?

Clarifying & Softening

15. Talk about your favorite topic; explain again in other words.
16. Describe a book, movie, or show you liked; correct one detail with actually.
17. Explain your ideal home; soften one point with kind of or sort of.
18. Talk about a member of your family; add a detail with I mean.