Across
- 3. A type of clause that cannot stand alone and must be joined with a main clause; also referred to as dependent clauses.
- 6. A transitional word used to introduce a substitute idea or choice; means "this, not that"; starts with the alphabet "i". Example: She didn't braid her hair. _____, she brushed her hair into a ponytail.
- 8. Used in formal writing to introduce strong contrast ("this" is the exact opposite of "that"). Starts with the alphabet "w". Example: You ate a huge plate of food for lunch, _____ I had just a sandwich.
- 9. A word that should NOT follow "even though", "although" and "though". It is also a synonym for "yet".
- 10. Also used to introduce a substitute idea but means "this or that"; can be replaced by the phrase "as another option". Starts with the alphabet "a". Example: We could go to the Indian restaurant. _______, we could try that new Italian restaurant.
Down
- 1. We make use of linking words in order to achieve _____ in our writing.
- 2. A conjunction with two different meanings, one of which is to indicate "at the same time" or to introduce a parallel relationship.
- 4. A word of concession. Functions similarly as "but" and "however"; starts with the alphabet "n".
- 5. A synonym for "therefore"; used to indicate a result.
- 7. From Middle English and rarely used in conversation. Similar to "although" in meaning.