01 / LEARN
Quick connector guide ✦
Read the relationship between the ideas before choosing a word.
thenThe next step
I packed my bag; then I left.
after thatSomething later
We finished the game. After that, we talked.
whenThe time something happens
Call me when you arrive.
becauseThe reason: why?
We stayed inside because it was windy.
soThe result: what happened?
It was late, so we went home.
butA contrast
I liked the idea, but I needed help.
althoughAn unexpected contrast
Although it was difficult, I tried again.
even thoughA stronger unexpected contrast
Even though it was late, they continued.
Remember: because introduces a reason; so introduces a result. Although and even though introduce an unexpected contrast. Use a comma after an opening “Although…” clause.
02 / TRY IT
Practice studio ✦
Pick an activity. Feedback appears after each response; you can try again or move on.