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| WRITING TIP: Using although and however |
| Although is a conjunction to join two short sentences. However is an adverb to connect ideas of two sentences. We use although and however to express the idea of surprise. We can also use them to tell readers that something is unusual. Example: Dad bought a lot of candy. Dad didn't buy any salad or juice. -> Although Dad bought a lot of candy, he didn't buy any salad or juice. -> Dad bought a lot of candy. However, he didn't buy any salad or juice. |
1. Complete the sentences.
a. Tom: __________ there __________ bowls on the table?
Ben: No, __________.
b. Jenny: __________ there __________ plates in the sink?
Carl: No, __________, but there __________ on the counter.
c. Sam: I'm thirsty. __________ there __________ soda?
Sofia: No, __________, but there __________ water in the fridge.
2. Fill in the blanks to complete the following text message.
Write one word for each blank.
Hey, Minh! We have (1) __________ problem. I'm checking our plans for the class's picnic, and there aren't (2) __________ drinks. (3) __________ Jack bought some bottled water, there isn't enough for everyone. I'm busy here, so I can't go to the supermarket to get (4) __________ more. Can you help me? Also, Melinda already brought a lot (5) __________ cookies. You don't have to buy them anymore
3. Now write a text message on a separate sheet of paper. Imagine you are preparing for a picnic. Ask your friend or family member for help to buy some things. Write 60-80 words.
