Upper-intermediate (B2)
Focus: Writing/Grammar
Linking
LANGUAGE BOX
Instead of and, you can use other words and expressions, too. Here are a few
examples from this unit.
… they tend to have better equipment, as well as a better organisation at work.
What is more, it’s important to have a good learning
(BOTH)... AND
ALSO
BESIDES
AS WELL
TOO
AS WELL AS
IN ADDITION (TO)
MOREOVER
WHAT IS MORE
FURTHERMORE
Fill in the gaps with a suitable word from the box.
1. ________ Jamie ________ Oliver did what they could do.
2. She loves films but she is ________ interested in the theatre.
3. She loves films but she is interested in the theatre ________.
4. ________ working in the office, he works at home, too.
5. He was late. ________, he forgot to bring the present.
6. The new machines are easier to operate. ________, they save money.
KEY:
1
It is advisable to make a distinction between expressions that are used formally and
informally: moreover, furthermore, in addition (to) are rather formal.
2
1. Both, and; 2. also, 3. as well/too, 4. In addition to/Besides/As well as, 5. What’s
more/Besides, 6. Moreover/Furthermore/In addition