Connectives Worksheet for 12-Year-Olds — English Grammar Practice (however, therefore, meanwhile, although, in conclusion)

Instructions

Complete the two grammar activities below. Take your time and read each instruction carefully!

Connectives in Action

Use each of the connectives below to write your own complete, interesting sentence. Remember to use the correct punctuation and to underline the connective in your sentence.

1. however
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2. therefore
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3. meanwhile
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4. although
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5. in conclusion
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Punctuation Practice

The sentences below are missing some important punctuation! Rewrite each sentence on the line provided, adding the correct commas, apostrophes, and full stops to make them correct.

1. Original: Although the test was difficult she passed with a high score
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2. Original: The cats toys were scattered all over the living room floor
   Corrected: _____________________________________________________________________
3. Original: Theyre not coming to the park because its supposed to rain
   Corrected: _____________________________________________________________________
4. Original: For my project I need paper glue scissors and coloured pens
   Corrected: _____________________________________________________________________

Answer Key

Connectives in Action

(Answers will vary. Below are example sentences.)

1. The weather forecast predicted sun; however, it rained all afternoon.
2. I finished all my chores; therefore, I was allowed to play video games.
3. My brother was watching a film; meanwhile, I was reading a book in my room.
4. Although he felt nervous, he gave a fantastic speech.
5. In conclusion, recycling is one of the easiest ways to help protect the environment.

Punctuation Practice

1. Although the test was difficult, she passed with a high score.
2. The cat's toys were scattered all over the living room floor.
3. They're not coming to the park because it's supposed to rain.
4. For my project, I need paper, glue, scissors, and coloured pens.