English – Grammar: Linkers and transitions for writing coherence – 2nd Year Secondary Bac – Algerian Curriculum

Linkers and Transitions for Writing Coherence

Addition

and, also, moreover, furthermore, in addition, besides.

Contrast

but, however, although, even though, nevertheless, on the other hand, whereas.

Cause and effect

because, since, as, therefore, consequently, as a result, thus.

Sequence

first, firstly, second, secondly, next, then, after that, finally.

Conclusion

in conclusion, to sum up, in summary, overall, all in all.

Exercises

Exercise 1: Complete with a linker: 1. It was raining, ___ we stayed home. (result) 2. He is rich ___ he is unhappy. (contrast)