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Transition Words for cohesion. Transition words and phrases create cohesion by showing the relationship between ideas in paragraphs. They are often at the beginning of the sentence and followed by a comma. To add information about or build on ideas from the previous sentence, use :
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Transition Words for cohesion • Transition words and phrases create cohesion by showing the relationship between ideas in paragraphs. They are often at the beginning of the sentence and followed by a comma. • To add information about or build on ideas from the previous sentence, use : • Also, In addition....................or Moreover.
Transition Words for cohesion • Examples: • I am stressed. I get up with people. In addition, I worry about my family. Also, I am worried about finding a job. • I have to study for an exam. Moreover, I have to finish a paper tonight.
Transition Words for cohesion • To contrast information use: However…… or On the other hand…….. These terms are similar in meaning to but. Eg: My friends want me to help them with their problems. However, I have no time. My housemate is very friendly. On the other hand, he always makes a big mess.
Transition Words for cohesion • Use transition words at the beginning of the sentence. Do not use them after a comma. Which is right? Many women are stressed. However, working mothers are the most stressed. Many women are stressed, however, working mothers are the most stressed.