Vocabulary: Connecting ideas

3. Read the description of Steven's trip. Put a-f in gaps 1-6. Then listen and check.

Last year I travelled to Rio and visited my cousin and his family. (1) We went to my cousin's house and we had a delicious traditional meal. After we ate dinner, (2) . When we saw the carnival, (3) We danced and sang. We watched the parade. It was fun, but we were very tired. (4) and stayed at a famous hotel (5) . We stayed for two days then we went home. (6) I travelled without my parents for the first time.

4. Look at the bold words in Exercise 3. Then choose the correct word to complete the sentences.

1. I enjoyed the parade and the carnival, (but /because )I was very tired.

2. We went to a local restaurant for lunch, (then / but) we went to visit some friends.

3. I got a present from my parents. I got a present from my brother (after/ too).

4. (After/ When) the graduation ceremony, my family met my friends from university.

5. I didn't enjoy the trip (too/ because )I don't like travelling by bus.

6. (When / but) the fireworks started, we were very excited.