Connectors Discourse Makers

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Some words and phrases help to

develop ideas and relate them to

one another.


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with regard to; regarding; as regards;

as far as is concerned, as for

focus attention on what follows in the sentence.

Examples:

His grades in science subjects are excellent. As regards

humanities

With regard to the latest market figures we can see that ...Regarding our efforts to improve the local economy, wehave made ...As far as I am concerned, we should continue to develop our

resources.As for John's thoughts, let's take a look at this report hesent me.


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on the other hand; while; whereas

two ideas which contrast but do not contradict

each other.

Examples:

Football is popular in England, while in Australiathey prefer cricket.We've been steadily improving our customer

service center. On the other hand our shipping

department needs to be redesigned.Jack thinks we're ready to begin whereas Tom

things we still need to wait.


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however, nonetheless, nevertheless

two contrasting ideas.

Examples:

Smoking is proved to be dangerous to the health.

Nonetheless, 40% of the population smokes.

Our teacher promised to take us on a field trip.

However, he changed his mind last week.

Peter was warned not to invest all of his savingsin the stock market. Nevertheless, he invested and

lost everything.


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moreover, furthermore, in addition

add information

Examples:

His problems with his parents are extremely

frustrating. Moreover, there seems to be no easysolution to them.

I assured him that I would come to his presentation.

Furthermore, I also invited a number of importantrepresentatives from the local chamber of commerce.

Our energy bills have been increasing steadily. Inaddition to these costs, our telephone costs havedoubled over the past six months.


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therefore, as a result, consequently

second statement follows logically from the first

statement.

Examples: He reduced the amount of time studying for his final

exams. As a result, his marks were rather low.

We've lost over 3,000 customers over the past six

months. Consequently, we have been forced to cut back

our advertisingbudget.The government has drastically reduced its spending.

Therefore, a number of programs have been canceled.
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Discourse Markers, Linkers,Conjunctions:

Rewrite the sentences using theconnectors in parenthesis. Make the

necessary changes:

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1.Isabel apologized several times. Paul wouldnt

speak to her. (but)

2.We decided to walk even though it was raining. (in

spite of)

3. Roger works very hard to help his parents. Hesalso a good student. (In addition)

4.I love Ice cream. In addition, I love chocolate. (as

well as)

5.Id love to come. I really havent got the time.

(However)


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6. Rome is a great place to visit, but it has got terrible

traffic problems. (despite)

7.Miguel was very busy yesterday. He helped me.

(Even though)

8.Sinem exercises vigorously. She cantlose weight.(However)

9.Visitors are not allowed to park here. It is a private

parking area. (since)

10.Jack cant lift the box. He is very strong. (But)


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11.Joanne booked a babysitter because she wanted to go

out for the evening.(in order to)

12.Brenda does a lot of exercise. She is fit. (therefore)

13.Mark heard the news on the radio. He was driving

home. (while)

14.Despite its popularity, the group hasnt reached any

gold record yet. (In spite of)

15. John bought a couple of exercise-books. He wanted

to catch up with the rest ofthe class. (so as to)


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16. My brother doesnt earn a good wage. My

sister-in-law doesnt earn a goodwage.

(neither...nor)

17. The accident was very serious but nobody was

badly injured.(Even though)

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