General
Give 1 reason why we use cohesive devices (linking words/phrases) in academic English.
2) They create a formal tone: academic English is more formal than every day English.
Give a sentence using a "comparison" phrase from class.
Many answers possible using one of these phrases:
"Equally,"
"Similarly,
"In a similar manner,"
Give a sentence using an "example/illustration" phrase from class.
Many answers possible using one of these phrases:
"For instance,"
"such as"
"An example/instance of this is"
Give a sentence using a "cause" phrase from class.
Many answer possible using:
"since"
"due to"
"as a consequence of"
Give 100 points to someone in your group.
For example: if they are on 500 points, they are now on 600 points.
What is a "contrast"?
Give a sentence using a "contrast" phrase from class.
Many answers possible using one of these phrases from class:
"In contrast,"
"Conversely,"
"Nonetheless,"
"Nevertheless,"
Give a sentence using a "restatement" phrase from class.
Many answers possible using a phrase like:
"In other words,"
"That is,"
"More simply,"
"Simply put,"
Give a sentence using an "effect" phrase from class.
Many sentences possible using:
"as a result/consequence"
"consequently,"
"thus,"
Ask someone in your group a difficult question.
If they get it correct they get 200 points. If they get it wrong, you get 200 points.
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What is a "restatement"?
When you repeat the exact same idea in different words for emphasis: to make your argument persuasive.
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Many countries have banned nuclear power. Similarly, some other countries use nuclear power regularly.
2) Give your own sentence about nuclear power using a comparison phrase like "similarly".
1) Incorrect. The 2 sentences give different ideas but "similarly" is used for similar ideas.
2) Many ideas possible using "similarly" "in a similar manner" or "equally".
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Cars are more popular than public transport because of the convenience that they offer. Simply put, buses are less convenient than cars."
2) Give your own sentence about cars/driving using a restatement phrase like "simply put".
1) Correct: the 2 sentences repeat the same idea 2 times for emphasis. "Simply put" is a phrase you can use for a restatement.
2) Many answers possible using a phrase like "simply put," "that is," or "in other words,"
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"I want to go on holiday since I am very tired with work."
2) Give your own sentence about holidays using a cause phrase like "since", "due to + gerund" or "as a consequence of + gerund"
1) Correct: "since" introduces a cause. "I am very tired with work" is the cause.
Choose someone in your group to lose 50% of their points!
For example: if that person is on 1000 points, now they are on 500 points.
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Give 5 cohesive devices
Many answers possible.
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1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Dogs are popular around the world. Nevertheless, some people are scared of dogs because they can bite."
2) Give your own sentence about pets using a contrast phrase like "nevertheless".
1) Correct. "Nevertheless" is a contrast phrase and these 2 ideas are different.
2) Many answers possible using a phrase like "in contrast," "conversely," "nonetheless," or "nevertheless,"
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Meditation has many advantages for people who do it every day. In other words, people feel more relaxed, calmer and show more empathy."
2) Give your own sentence about meditation using an example phrase like "an example of this is".
1) Incorrect. Sentence 2 gives examples and is not the same as sentence 1. "In other words" is for a restatement: when the exact same message is repeated in different words.
2) Many answers possible using a phrase like "for instance" "an example of this is" and "such as"
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Climate change is getting worse thus people are not taking the problem seriously."
2) Give your own sentence about climate change something using an effect phrase like "thus,"
1) Incorrect: "thus" introduces an effect. However, "people not taking the problem seriously" is a cause.
2) Any phrase with "thus" "consequently" or "as a result/consequence"
BONUS: 2x your total points.
For example: If you are on 500 points, you are now on 1000 points.
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Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Many pets are popular around the world. That is cats, dogs and rabbits."
Incorrect.
"That is" is a phrase for a "restatement" (repeating the same idea in different words).
However, "cats, dogs and rabbits" is an example. An example phrase like "for instance" or "some examples of this are" is required.
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Many people prefer public transport because it is cheaper than driving your own car. Conversely, it is also good for the environment because it reduces the number of cars on the road."
2) Give your own sentence about public transport using a contrast phrase like "conversely".
1) Incorrect: "Conversely" is for contrasts (different ideas). However, the 2 sentences both give advantages/positives of public transport.
2) Many answers possible with phrases like "in contrast," "conversely" "nonetheless" or "nevertheless"
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"Studying online is more popular than studying in person because it has many advantages. For instance, online classes are preferred to in person classes."
2) Give a sentence using an example phrase from class about online/in-person classes.
1) Incorrect. "For instance" introduces an example, but this is a restatement (the exact same message repeated).
2) Many answers possible using a phrase like "for instance," "such as" or "an example/instance of this is"
1) Correct/incorrect? Why?
"I lost my phone last night. Consequently, I cannot message my friends on WhatsApp."
2) Give your own sentence about losing something using an effect phrase like "consequently,"
1) Correct: "consequently" introduces a consequence/result/effect. "I cannot message my friends on WhatsApp" is the effect of losing my phone.
2) Many answers possible using:
"consequently" "thus," or "as a result/consequence,"
Go back to 0 points!
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