Test yourself with Linking Words

You must use a range of linking words in your IELTS essay. The examiner will mark your linking words for both accuracy and range. Linking words are part of the marking criterion of Coherence & Cohesion, which counts for 25% of your marks. Try this test below:

Practice with Linking Words

Use the linking words given below to fill in the gaps and complete the sentences:

• (1) ……………………… of the popularity of Facebook, there has been a rise in online crime, (2) ………….. fraud and identify theft. 
• There are a number of drawbacks to people using Facebook as a way of communicating (3)………………… it is (4)…………….. one of the most common social networking platforms for both individuals and businesses.
• (5)……………………….. the lack of exercise taken by the average person, obesity and other weight related problems are on the rise.
• Unemployment and poverty, (6) ………….. in urban areas, is often deemed to be the cause of the rising crime rate.
• (7) ………….. the rise in urban crime, more and more people continue to move to cities looking for a better life.
• More children are becoming obese and (8)…………….. schools should be encouraged to provide more sports lessons and outdoor activities.

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ANSWERS

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All the best

Liz