Conjunctive Adverbs 1
I was tired; __________, I finished all my homework.
A) instead
B) however
C) because
D) before
Answer: B) however
He wanted to go outside; __________, it started to rain.
A) then
B) therefore
C) instead
D) unfortunately
Answer: D) unfortunately
I wanted to go swimming, __________ it started to thunder.
A) and
B) so
C) but
D) or
Answer: C) but
Classroom Cleanup
Pick up any trash around your desk.
Stack your chair on top of your desk.
Make sure all your supplies are in your backpack.
Paraphrase the directions (hint: what are they telling you to do?)
Make sure your area is clean and your chair is stacked.
What two colors can be combined to create green?
Blue and yellow
The dog was hungry; __________, it ate all the food in its bowl.
A) nevertheless
B) meanwhile
C) therefore
D) although
Answer: C) therefore
We finished our chores; __________, we were allowed to play video games.
A) as a result
B) although
C) yet
D) finally
Answer: A) as a result
You can have pizza __________ spaghetti for dinner.
A) and
B) but
C) because
D) so
Answer: A) and
Art Project Setup
Get a sheet of construction paper from the supply table.
Choose three different colored markers.
Write your name at the top of the paper.
Wait quietly for the next instructions.
Paraphrase the directions (hint: what are they telling you to do?)
Get your materials and be ready to begin quietly.
How many days are in a leap year?
366
We were getting ready for the trip. __________, Mom was packing snacks.
A) Meanwhile
B) Because
C) After
D) Although
Answer: A) Meanwhile
She studied hard for the test; __________, she got an A.
A) otherwise
B) however
C) consequently
D) meanwhile
Answer: C) consequently
She brought her umbrella __________ it looked like it might rain.
A) or
B) because
C) but
D) and
Answer: B) because
Group Work Preparation
Push your desks together with your group.
Choose one person to be the group leader.
Make sure everyone has a copy of the worksheet.
Paraphrase the directions (hint: what are they telling you to do?)
Work with your group and be sure everyone is ready.
Which comes first: thunder or lightning?
Lightning
I forgot to set my alarm; __________, I was late for school.
A) instead
B) finally
C) consequently
D) unless
Answer: C) consequently
I wanted to go to the park; __________, my mom said no because it was too late.
A) for example
B) otherwise
C) therefore
D) however
Answer: D) however
We can go to the park, __________ we can stay home and watch a movie.
A) and
B) because
C) or
D) so
Answer: C) or
Book Return Routine
Find the book you borrowed from the class library.
Make sure your name is no longer written on the checkout card.
Place the book neatly on the return shelf.
Paraphrase the directions (hint: what are they telling you to do?)
Return your book properly and put it in the right place.
What is the name of the character that collects rings in a popular Sega game?
Sonic the Hedgehog
I love ice cream; __________, I’m trying not to eat too much sugar.
A) still
B) so
C) then
D) because
Answer: A) still
I wanted to watch TV; __________, I had to finish my homework first.
A) instead
B) finally
C) then
D) likewise
Answer: A) instead
He was tired, __________ he kept playing video games.
A) because
B) or
C) and
D) but
Answer: D) but
Science Experiment Setup
Put on your safety goggles.
Measure 50 ml of water into a beaker.
Add one spoonful of salt and stir gently.
Record your observations in your science journal.
Paraphrase the directions (hint: what are they telling you to do?)
Follow safety steps and start your experiment carefully.
What two video game-related movies star Jack Black?
The Minecraft Movie and The Super Mario Bros. Movie