I. Read the sentences and select the correct transition word. 

We have a mouse in the house, (unfortunately/therefore) we should get a cat.

Therefore

Megan got into a car accident, (furthermore/as a result), her insurance rate increased.

As a result

Michael is very athletic and plays on the school basketball team, (whereas/in addition) his brother just stays at home and plays video games all day.

In addition

There are many occupations today, ( such as/ for example you can become a doctor, engineer, teacher, artist, athlete, musician, or chef, just to name a few.

For example

Although/Despite they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time as they were lacking in skills and knowledge.

Although

(Even if/Unlike) you fail, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you tried.

Even if

Eating well will help you live a healthier life, (moreover/as a result), exercising every day is also highly recommended.

Moreover

II. Match the proverb with its meaning

6.People who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones.                                                                                                         7.You made your bed – now you must lie in it.                           2.Blood is thicker than water.                                                   4.A stitch in time saves nine.                                                            5.It never rains but it pours.                                                   1.One man’s meat is another man’s poison.                             3.A miss is as good as a mile.

1.What can hurt one person can help another.

2.Family is most important.

3.You still lost.

4.Do not procrastinate.

5.Things are worse than they seem.

6.Do not treat others badly if you cannot handle the consequences and you yourself have faults.       

7.If you say you will do something then do it. 

III. Complete the following sentences

I want to improve my English, because…

I want to travel a lot in the future.

He wondered why … 

his friend couldn’t come.

Choosing a career is as important as …

our health.

I would like to travel to…, because…

Europe, I want to continue my studies there.

IV.  The word combination “toast master” is for Armenian “թամադա”. Imagine as if you are the toast master in a wedding party. What would you wish to the newly married couple in your toast?

Let harmony, romance and mutual understanding reign in your relationship, and let cheerful children’s laughter always sound in the house! Love each other and fill every moment with joy!