Conjunctive Adverbs Worksheets and Exercises

June 6, 2025 by Alma Webster
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Have you ever wanted to connect two ideas smoothly in one sentence? That’s where conjunctive adverbs like however, therefore, and meanwhile come in! These powerful little words help your writing sound more natural, logical, and professional. In these worksheets, you’ll practice using conjunctive adverbs to show contrast, cause and effect, time, and more. 

Conjunctive Adverbs Worksheets

  1. Task 1: Choose a conjunctive adverb from the box to complete each sentence.

Task 2: Each sentence below includes a conjunctive adverb. Choose how you want to punctuate the sentence—there is more than one correct way. Make sure the sentence is clear and correct.

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2. Read each sentence carefully. Circle the conjunctive adverb that connects the ideas in the sentence.

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3. Match each sentence beginning with the most suitable ending that contains a conjunctive adverb.

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Answer key:

# Sentence Beginning Matching Ending
1 I missed the bus this morning 12. therefore, I arrived late to class.
2 The recipe was easy to follow 6. moreover, the food turned out great.
3 She didn’t like the movie 2. nevertheless, she stayed until the end.
4 He forgot to set his alarm 11. consequently, he woke up an hour late.
5 We planned a picnic 1. however, it started raining right before lunch.
6 It was raining heavily 3. hence, we stayed indoors all day.
7 I forgot my keys at home 5. consequently, I couldn’t unlock the door.
8 The instructions were unclear 10. thus, we had to ask for help.
9 She didn’t study for the exam 4. as a result, she failed the test.
10 My phone battery died 8. so, I couldn’t call anyone for directions.
11 They were already full 9. still, they ordered dessert.
12 I practiced every day 7. accordingly, I improved my performance.

Conjunctive Adverb Exercises

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blank

Direction:

Fill in each blank with the correct conjunctive adverb from the word bank. Use each word only once.

Word Bank:

  • however

  • therefore

  • moreover

  • consequently

  • nevertheless

  • thus

  • meanwhile

  • instead

  • accordingly

  • furthermore

 

  1. It was raining heavily; __________, the baseball game was canceled.

  2. She didn’t enjoy the movie; __________, she stayed until the end to be polite.

  3. I was hungry; __________, I made myself a sandwich.

  4. The instructions were very clear; __________, everyone completed the assignment correctly.

  5. He didn’t like running; __________, he signed up for a marathon.

  6. The road was closed due to construction; __________, we had to take a different route.

  7. She is an excellent singer; __________, she plays the guitar very well.

  8. You could go to the beach; __________, you might want to visit the museum.

  9. He trained hard for months; __________, he won first place in the competition.

  10. I baked the cake; __________, my sister set the table.

Answer Key

  1. therefore

  2. nevertheless

  3. so/ thus

  4. accordingly

  5. however

  6. consequently

  7. furthermore

  8. instead

  9. thus

  10. meanwhile

Exercise 2: Multiple Choice

Direction:

Choose the best conjunctive adverb to complete each sentence. Circle a, b, c, or d. Each sentence has only one correct answer.

  • It was already midnight; ________, we decided to go for a walk.
    a) therefore  b) however  c) meanwhile  d) accordingly

  • The instructions were confusing; ________, many students made the same mistake.
    a) nevertheless  b) instead  c) consequently  d) furthermore

  • We wanted to see the movie; ________, all the tickets were sold out.
    a) thus  b) instead  c) meanwhile  d) moreover

  • She didn’t prepare for the meeting; ________, she looked confident and spoke clearly.
    a) instead  b) accordingly  c) however  d) consequently

  • He enjoys painting; ________, he also teaches art classes on weekends.
    a) meanwhile  b) instead  c) furthermore  d) therefore

  • The museum was closed; ________, we visited the botanical garden.
    a) nevertheless  b) instead  c) consequently  d) however

  • The car broke down; ________, we had to call a tow truck.
    a) accordingly  b) instead  c) meanwhile  d) however

  • She was running late; ________, she managed to catch the train on time.
    a) consequently  b) meanwhile  c) nevertheless  d) thus

  • You need to bring your ID; ________, you won’t be allowed to enter.
    a) otherwise  b) instead  c) moreover  d) therefore

  • He was giving a speech; ________, the crowd remained silent and attentive.
    a) meanwhile  b) therefore  c) accordingly  d) consequently

Answer Key

# Correct Answer Explanation
1 b) however Shows contrast: it was late, but they still went for a walk.
2 c) consequently Shows result: confusing instructions → students made a mistake.
3 a) thus Shows cause and effect: no tickets → conclusion.
4 c) however Shows contrast: unprepared but confident.
5 c) furthermore Adds information: he enjoys painting and also teaches.
6 b) instead Replaces one option with another.
7 a) accordingly Logical result: car broke down → action taken.
8 c) nevertheless Shows contrast: running late but still made it.
9 a) otherwise Warning/condition: if not → no entry.
10 a) meanwhile Indicates simultaneous action.
 
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