WAYS OF LINKING IDEAS Coordinating Conjunctions We use

WAYS OF LINKING IDEAS Co-ordinating Conjunctions We use and, but, or, nor, for, so and yet to join individual words, phrases, and Independent Clauses. A. Johnson

Linking Expressions Adding Information: As well as – and – also – anyway - besides – furthermore – in addition – likewise – moreover – similarly He thanked his sister and likewise his brother. Besides being good at languages, he’s very good with computers.

Sequencing Activities in a Process: First – next – after that – then - Finally First, you add the tea. Then, you add hot water. After that, you wait for two minutes. Next, you pour the tea into cups. Finally, you add milk and sugar.

Sequencing Points in an Argument: Firstly – secondly – thirdly - finally Studying English in Britain is the best way to learn. Firstly, everyone around speaks English. Secondly, everything is written in English. Thirdly, you can practice your English anywhere at anytime.

Describing Cause, Reason & Result: Because – therefore – consequently – so – thus – as a result – because of – due to – on account of – owing to We talked until the early hours, consequently I overslept. As a result of lying on the beach he was badly sun burnt.

Contrasting information or opinions: but – although – alternatively – however – in contrast – nevertheless – on the contrary – on the other hand – yet – in spite of - despite We could walk or alternatively we could go in Ahmed’s car. Motorcycles are very quick, on the other hand, they are quite dangerous.

Giving Examples: That is to say – in other words – for example – for instance She has good computer skills, that is to say she knows how to use Microsoft Office. There are several ways to light a fire, for instance you can use matches, a lighter, the sun’s rays or a car battery.