Question 1
Many people say short videos are harmless; _____, they can keep users scrolling for hours.
Options: however, in conclusion, therefore
Choose the discourse marker that completes each sentence. Pay attention to markers that organize ideas, show contrast, add information, explain results, or manage a conversation.
Practice 2 of 5
Question 1
Many people say short videos are harmless; _____, they can keep users scrolling for hours.
Options: however, in conclusion, therefore
Question 2
The platform improved its security tools. _____, users still need strong passwords.
Options: In addition, As a result, Nevertheless
Question 3
The creator posted a clear tutorial; _____, thousands of new users learned how to use the editing tools quickly.
Options: however, as a result, on the other hand
Question 4
The app collects location data. _____, it stores search history and contact information.
Options: On the other hand, In addition, As a result
Question 5
Some users trust AI recommendations; _____, others prefer choosing content manually.
Options: moreover, in contrast, therefore
Question 6
The company changed the algorithm. _____, smaller accounts reached fewer people.
Options: Nevertheless, As a result, In contrast
Question 7
The livestream had a weak start. _____, it became popular after a famous gamer shared it.
Options: As a result, Nevertheless, Furthermore
Question 8
People often blame only social media for misinformation. _____, messaging apps can spread false stories just as quickly.
Options: Actually, Consequently, In contrast
Question 9
The new phone is expensive; _____, many content creators still buy it for its camera quality.
Options: therefore, nevertheless, in addition
Question 10
The forum added stricter rules. _____, fewer spam links appeared in the comment section.
Options: As a result, On the other hand, However
Question 11
A lot of people say they want less screen time. _____, daily phone use keeps increasing.
Options: However, Therefore, In addition
Question 12
Schools want students to recognize unreliable posts. _____, many now teach media literacy.
Options: Therefore, Nevertheless, By the way
Practise Social Media & Technology with this interactive fill-in-the-blank exercise of 12 questions. Choose the option that correctly completes each sentence, then submit to check your answers and get instant feedback on every choice.
Practising grammar in real sentences — rather than memorising rules in isolation — is one of the most effective ways to make a structure stick. You can retry as many times as you like to build accuracy and confidence using Social Media & Technology in everyday English.
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