Reading: Understanding Text Structure, Cohesion & Coherence (Basic): A2 Lesson 3: Recognizing Basic Connectors (and, but, so, because)
CEFR Level: A2 (Elementary)
Target Reading Sub-skill: Understanding Text Structure, Cohesion & Coherence (Basic)
Specific Focus: Recognizing Basic Connectors (and, but, so, because)
What You Will Learn
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:
- Understand that "connectors" are words that join ideas in sentences.
- Recognize the meaning and use of "and" (to add similar ideas).
- Recognize the meaning and use of "but" (to show a difference or contrast).
- Recognize the meaning and use of "so" (to show a result or consequence).
- Recognize the meaning and use of "because" (to give a reason).
- Choose the correct connector to complete simple sentences.
Hello Cambodian Learners!
When we talk or write, we use small words to connect our ideas. These are like bridges between sentences or parts of sentences! In English, words like "and," "but," "so," and "because" are important connectors. Understanding them helps you follow the flow of ideas when you read. You might use these to talk about your day in Battambang: "It was sunny, and I played outside. I wanted to swim, but the water was cold."
Meet the Connectors!
Click on each example sentence to hear it.
1. and (adds information)
"And" joins two similar ideas or things.
2. but (shows a difference)
"But" shows a contrast or something different.
3. so (shows a result)
"So" tells us the result or what happened because of something.
4. because (gives a reason)
"Because" tells us the reason why.
Practice Time!
Activity 1: Choose the Correct Connector
Read the sentence with a blank. Click the best connector (and, but, so, because) to complete the sentence.
Activity 2: What does the Connector Mean?
Read the sentence. Look at the highlighted connector. What job is it doing? Click the best meaning.
Quick Quiz!
Great Job!
You are learning how to use important connecting words! Understanding "and," "but," "so," and "because" will help you understand how ideas are linked in English sentences.
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Note for Educators/Platform Development: This lesson introduces basic connectors (and, but, so, because) and their functions. Activities focus on choosing the correct connector and identifying its purpose. Ensure Web Speech API is supported. Use clear sentences where the relationship between clauses is obvious for A2 learners.