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Connector for ADDITION (give two)
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also, moreover, in addition, furthermore — to add a similar idea.
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Connector for CONTRAST (give two)
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however, but, although, on the other hand, nevertheless.
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Connector for CAUSE / reason
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because, since, as — they introduce WHY something happens.
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Connector for RESULT / consequence
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so, therefore, as a result, consequently — the effect of something.
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Connectors for SEQUENCE / time
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first, then, after that, meanwhile, finally.
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Connectors to give an EXAMPLE
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for example, for instance, such as.
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Connectors to CONCLUDE
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in conclusion, to sum up, overall, all in all.
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What is 'cohesion' in writing?
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The quality of a text whose ideas are clearly linked and flow smoothly from one to the next.
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'because' vs 'so' — what's the difference?
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'because' introduces the CAUSE (the reason); 'so' introduces the RESULT (the consequence).
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How do you avoid repeating a noun?
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Use a REFERENCE word: a pronoun (it, they, them) or a demonstrative (this, that, these, those).
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Why not join every idea with 'and'?
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It is monotonous and low-scoring; a RANGE of connectors lifts Criterion A (Language).
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In 'The plan failed, but it was a good idea', what does 'it' refer to?
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'it' refers back to 'the plan' — a reference word that avoids repeating the noun.
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Which criterion rewards good cohesion?
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Criterion A (Language) — a range of connectors used accurately.
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Editing trick to boost cohesion fast
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Write the ideas first, then add one connector between each pair and a pronoun for every repeated noun.
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