ESL Usage Lesson: “as well as” (lesson and worksheet)

This lesson teaches students to use “as well as” to give additional information.

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[A] and [B], as well as [C] and [D]

“as well as” means “and also…” or “in addition to…”

This sentence pattern makes long lists more interesting and readable.

(When [C] and [D] are verbs, you need to add –ing.)

· I joined the sports club and the music club, as well as participating in the student government and serving as a class leader.

· I went to Paris and London, as well as Berlin and Edinburgh.

· I studied psychology and medicine, as well as working in a hospital to gain firsthand experience.

· There are hurricanes and earthquakes as well as tornadoes in that state.

· The pet store sells cats and dogs, as well as lizards and birds.

· The new clinic treats sick people as well as providing young doctors with a place to acquire practice.

· My communication skills and leadership abilities, as well as my desire to acquire knowledge, will lead me to success in your school’s master’s program.

· His bad attitude causes him to do poorly in school, as well as making it harder for him to make friends.

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Change these sentences to “…as well as…”
(the first one is done for you):

1. In the triathlon, I ran, rode my bicycle, and swam.

In the triathlon, I ran and rode my bicycle, as well as swimming.

2. In addition to reading all of the author’s books, I have read his magazine essays and newspaper articles.

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3. I have studied hard, worked in several jobs, and acquired considerable experience in extracurricular activities.

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4. War kills innocent people, injures soldiers, and costs a lot of money.

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5. The educational agency will give you advice and help you apply, and they will also prepare your application documents for you.

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