Ответы к упражнению на вводные слова

1) Incorrect – in the beginning is not followed by of

At the beginning of the lesson, I didn’t understand anything, but later it became clearer.

 

2) Incorrect – as for me isn’t used in general statements without contrast or contradiction

I think it is quite practical and useful.

 

3) Correct

 

4) Incorrect – in fact/as a matter of fact isn’t used in general statements

People in this country usually work very hard and value discipline.

Generally, people in this country usually work very hard and value discipline.

 

5) Correct – used to introduce a clarification 

 

6) Incorrect – actually isn’t used in general statements without correction, contrast, clarification or contradiction

Travelling helps people relax and experience new cultures.

I think that travelling helps people relax and experience new cultures.

 

7) Incorrect –  In my opinion, I don’t think… is redundant, because either of these expressions already introduces an opinion.
I don’t think it will work because it is too expensive.
In my opinion, it will not work because it is too expensive.

 

8) Correct

 

9) Incorrect – Furthermore/moreover/additionally are all too formal for personal storytelling in informal conversations.

I was very tired, and I had a lot of work to do.

I was very tired. Also/besides, I had a lot of work to do.

 

10) Incorrect – Frankly is used in statements with honest, direct but uncomfortable information, often critical or negative.

I like the service that I get here.

 

11) Correct

 

12) Incorrect — This is a general statement, not a correction or contrast.

English is useful for communication.

Generally speaking, English is useful for communication.

 

13) Correct

 

14) Incorrect — I think + negative clause isn’t used.

I don’t think it is very practical because it is too expensive.

 

15) Correct

 

16) Incorrect — According to my opinion is not a correct phrase

In my opinion, it is not very effective.

 

17) Incorrect – I think is not used with established facts where no guesses can be made.

I am from Italy.