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3.45 Logical Connections and Linking Words Worksheet

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This Grade 3 English worksheet provides structured practice on 3.45 Logical Connections and Linking Words. Students are guided through targeted exercises that build foundational understanding, computational accuracy, and critical thinking skills.

Logical Connections & Linking Words - Explain logical connections between sentences or paragraphs and choose linking words/phrases that clarify those relationships. (CCSS RI.3.8; TEKS §110.5 3.9(B); FL B.E.S.T. ELA.3.R.2.8; VA SOL 3.6h)

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Grade 3

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English

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English Curriculum

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Problem 1Difficulty: Mastery
The author says the data are "correlated." The two measurements change in a related way. (Blank) correlation alone does not prove that one measurement causes the other.
Which linking word or phrase best replaces (Blank)?
AAs a result,
BFor example,
CIn addition,
DHowever,
Solution & Explanation:The second sentence gives an opposite idea or shows a difference from the first. "However," is a contrast transition that fits.
Problem 2Difficulty: Mastery
The passage says that eating local food can reduce transportation emissions. It also notes that local greenhouses may use a lot of energy in winter. (Blank) the best choice depends on how the food is grown as well as how far it travels.
Which linking word or phrase best replaces (Blank)?
AFor instance,
BBy contrast,
CTherefore,
DEven so,
Solution & Explanation:The second sentence shows a result or effect of the first. A cause-and-effect transition like "Therefore," signals that connection.
Problem 3Difficulty: Mastery
The article explains that starfish can regenerate lost arms. It also explains that this ability helps them survive attacks. (Blank) regeneration is an adaptation that increases an animal's chance of living long enough to reproduce.
Which linking word or phrase best replaces (Blank)?
AFor example,
BOverall,
CHowever,
DAfter that,
Solution & Explanation:The final sentence sums up the ideas. "Overall," signals a conclusion or summary.

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This worksheet is designed specifically for Grade 3 English students. It aligns with educational standard ELA.3.45 (Explain logical connections between sentences or paragraphs and choose linking words/phrases that clarify those relationships. (CCSS RI.3.8; TEKS §110.5 3.9(B); FL B.E.S.T. ELA.3.R.2.8; VA SOL 3.6h)).

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