Also, Too, As Well — Position Rules
B1 Level
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There are some extra rules to remember. Also is slightly more formal than "too" and "as well" and is the most common in written English. Too is common in both speaking and writing. As well is mainly used in British English and is slightly informal. In negative sentences, use either instead of "too" or "as well": "I don't like coffee either" (not "I don't like coffee too"). "Also" can be used in negative sentences: "She also didn't agree." Mastering the position rules for these three words is important for natural English at B1 level and is frequently tested in Cambridge Preliminary examinations.
Quick Rule
subject + also + verb | subject + verb + too / as well (end position) | negative + either (end position)
- 1.She speaks Spanish and she also speaks Portuguese. (also before main verb)
- 2.I enjoyed the main course. I liked the dessert too. (too at end)
- 3.He can play the guitar, and he can sing as well. (as well at end)
- 4.We don't have any milk. We don't have any bread either. (either in negative)
- 5.They also didn't receive an invitation to the event. (also in negative sentence)
All 20 questions
Complete the sentences with also, too, or as well. Pay careful attention to WHERE each connector can be placed in the sentence.
I like coffee. I like tea, _____.
My brother plays football. He _____ plays basketball.
She studied English in school. She studied French, _____.
_____, we need to buy vegetables for dinner.
The hotel has a restaurant. It has a swimming pool, _____.
They visited the museum. They _____ went to the park.
I'm learning Spanish. I'm learning guitar, _____.
We need milk and bread. _____, we should get some fruit.
My sister is a teacher. She is _____ a writer.
He speaks English and German. He speaks Chinese, _____.
The phone is expensive. It _____ has a short battery life.
I enjoyed the film. The music was great, _____.
The homework is difficult. _____, we have an exam tomorrow.
They can _____ help you with your questions.
The course includes reading and writing. It covers speaking skills, _____.
I need to clean my room. _____, I should do my laundry.
She works hard every day. She _____ studies in the evening.
The restaurant has good food. The service is excellent, _____.
My parents are coming to visit. My brother will _____ come.
I like reading books. I enjoy watching films, _____.
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