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Linkers Higher

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  • R/W? As a result of oversleeping, he missed the interview.
    RIGHT
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  • R/W? Due to his lack of money, he couldn't go to the gig.
    RIGHT
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  • R/W? John couldn't go travelling because of he had an expired passport.
    WRONG: because he had an expired...
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  • R/W? Since the bus is late, could we walk?
    right
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  • R/W? Although I never go to the gym, I'm not fit.
    Wrong: not contrasting
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  • R/W? Sharon isn't a great cook, although she makes delicious cakes.
    right
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  • R/W? On the other hand, being famous isn't always glamorous.
    right
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  • R/W? I love the taste of red wine, however, I'm allergic to it.
    right
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  • R/W? I'm really angry with you so I don't want to hang out right now.
    right
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  • R/W? Due to her young age, she can't get into bars.
    right
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  • R/W? John is going back home due to being homesickness.
    wrong: due to homesickness OR being homesick
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  • R/W? She lied in court. As a result of, she was sentenced to 6 months in prison.
    wrong: As a result
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  • R/W? Classes were closed as a result of the pandemic.
    right
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  • Complete with a linker : He's happy ______________ he got a new job.
    due to/because of/as a result of + the fact that
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  • Complete with a linker: _____ I'm sick, I'm not going to the party.
    as/because/since
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  • Complete with a linker: He cheated on her. _____, they broke up.
    As a result/Consequently/Therefore
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