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English
Quarter 1–Module 8
Using appropriate Cohesive Devices in

Composing an Informative Speech

Development Team of the Module

Writer: Kathlene Kaye C. Alvarado
Editor: Emmanuel D. Cervantes & Bernadette L. Lejarde
Reviewer: Bernadette L. Lejarde
Illustrator: Kathlene Kaye C. Alvarado
Layout Artist: Kathlene Kaye C. Alvarado
Management Team: SDS Zenia G. Mostoles, EdD, CESO V
ASDS Leonardo C. Canlas, EdD, CESE
ASDS Rowena T. Quiambao, CESE
CID Chief, Celia R. Lacanlale, PhD
SGOD Chief, Arceli S. Lopez, PhD
June D. Cunanan, EPS-I, English
Ruby M. Jimenez, EPS-I, LRMDS

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Introductory Message
For the Facilitator:
Welcome to the English 8 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Using appropriate
Cohesive devices in Composing an informative speech!
This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators from
public institutions to assist you, the teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the
standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and
economic constraints in schooling.
This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help learners
acquire the needed 21st century skills while taking into consideration their needs and
circumstances.
In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the body of the
module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies that will
help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You
also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their own
learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they do
the tasks included in the module.
For the Learner:

Welcome to the English 8 Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on Using appropriate
Cohesive devices in Composing an informative speech!
A glue is a type of adhesive that puts pieces of materials together to form a unified output.
A glue is essential in combining bits and pieces in order to form a connection and link.
Hence, the glue in this learning resource signifies that you as a learner is competent and
inspired to successfully achieve the relevant competencies and skills at your own pace
and time. Your academic success lies on how you will be able to link your prior knowledge
with the current lesson being discussed.
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning resource while being an active learner. Please
remember not to make any markings on this module and write your answers in your
notebook.
 What I Need to Know

This module will assist you in educating the learners about the important function
of cohesive devices in linking words, phrases, and clauses to form unified sentences and
paragraphs using various drills and activities.

Please guide the learners in comprehending the different types of cohesive

devices by providing examples which are easy to understand so that learning will be
meaningful and fun.

Answers are written at the back of this module. Inculcate to the learners the value
of honesty and love for family and friends.

For the learner

We all need group cohesion or interaction to easily collaborate with our classmates
and to feel the sense of belongingness and fulfillment every time we accomplish activities
together. The way we interact with our classmates helps share our self-esteem and
confidence.

We know that teamwork helps us succeed in accomplishing all tasks.

At the end of this module, you are expected to:

1. define cohesive devices;
2. arrange the given procedure using transitions accordingly;
3. unlock the cohesive devices crossword puzzle;
4. combine sentences using transitional words/phrases; and
5. carefully incorporate transitions in composing informative speech.

What I Know

Arrange the steps in proper handwashing by choosing the correct word inside the
box.

Finally First Then Next After

A. Rinse hands with water

B. Apply soap and lather well
C. Rub hands rigorously for at least 20 seconds
D. Dry thoroughly using a clean cloth
E. Wet hands with clean running water.
 Lesson
Using appropriate cohesive devices in
6 Composing an informative speech

Cohesive devices are single words or phrases that hold and connect different part
of the text or sentence. It helps create a unified idea within a text. Cohesive devices are
like glue that holds the different part of sentences together.

What’s In

Match the following clause with their corresponding pair. Copy and answer the
activity on your notebook.

1. I stayed up late last night A. unless you want to

2. I am very hungry B. besides Filipino

3. My sister speaks three languages C. whereas I am very shy

4. You do not need to go the party D. because I studied

E. so I ordered pizza
5. My brother is very funny

Notes to the Teacher

The teacher must consider the prerequisite skills needed in the
development of this competency including the schema or background
knowledge which may reinforce learning. This module will help the
learners bridge the gap of learning to attain mastery of the lesson in its
spiral progression.
 What’s New

Do you know a famous bridge in your province? Do you what is its function? A
bridge is a framework the connects one place to another. Like the bridge, Cohesive
devices commonly known as transitional words are connectors or liners which put
together words, clauses, and sentences together to form a unified meaning.

words phrases sentences paragraphs

Cohesive Devices

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In the illustration above, what does a connector link?

What will be formed when words, phrases, and clause are
connected??
What do we call the word, phrases, and clauses that show the
connection and relation between sentences and paragraphs?

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What is It

Discussion of Activity 1

Cohesive devices commonly known as Transitional words are words or phrases

that show the relationship between paragraphs or sections of a text or speech.

Transitions are used by the author to help the reader progress from one significant
idea to the next. Also, transitions also show the relationship within a paragraph (or within
a sentence) between the main idea and the support the author gives for those ideas

There are many examples of cohesive devices or transitional words, they can be
grouped by category.
 Additive Transitions:
these show addition, introduction, similarity to other ideas

1. To indicate Addition also, and, moreover, furthermore, moreover, as well as,

too, actually, in addition to this, besides, alternatively, on
the other hand, not to mention this, additionally, in fact, as
a matter of fact, actually, not only but also

2. To signal Introductionas, such as, particularly, including, for example, for

instance, like, especially, in particular, to illustrate, as an
illustration, by way of example
3. To signal similarly, in the same way, by the same token, in a like
Comparison/Similarity manner, equally, likewise,
4. To indicate Reference speaking about (this),considering (this), regarding (this),
with regards to (this), as for (this), concerning (this), the
fact that, on the subject of (this)
5. To provide Example For example, for instance, similarly, just the same way, to
illustrate, to be specific, such as, moreover, furthermore

Opposing Transitions:
these transitions are used to signal conflict, contradiction concession, dismissal

1. To signal Contrast But, by way of contrast, while, on the other hand,

however, (and) yet, whereas, though (final
position), in contrast, when in fact, conversely, still, in spite,
ironically, strangely enough
2. To indicate even more, above all, indeed, more importantly,
Emphasis besides
3. To signal either way, whichever happens, in either event, in
Removal/Dismissal any case, at any rate, in either case, whatever happens,
all the same, in any event,

Causal Transitions:
These transitions signal cause/effect and reason/result

1. To signify or the (simple) reason that, being that, for, in view of

Cause/Reason (the fact), inasmuch as, because (of the fact), seeing that, as,
owing to (the fact), due to (the fact that), in that since,
forasmuch as,

2. To show as a result (of this), consequently, hence, for this reason,

Effect/Result thus, because (of this), in consequence, so that, accordingly,
as a consequence, so much (so) that, so, therefore,

3. To signal for the purpose of, in the hope that, for fear that, so
Purpose that, with this intention, to the end that, in order to, lest
with this in mind, in order that, so as to, so

4. To indicate under those circumstances, then, in that case, if not,

Consequence that being the case, if so, otherwise
 Sequential Transitions:
These transitions are used to signal a chronological or logical sequence.

1. To order in the (first, second, etc.) place, initially, to start with,

Sequence/Order first of all, thirdly, as soon as, hence, in the end,
to begin with, at first, for a start, secondly, gradually
2. To indicate Time Next, Finally, afterwards, later, lastly, now, then,
subsequently, meanwhile, in the meantime, on the following
day
3. To Summarize as was previously stated, so, consequently, in
summary, all in all, thus, as I have said, to sum up, overall,
as has been mentioned, then, to summarize, to be brief,
briefly, given these points, in all, on the whole,
therefore, as has been noted, in conclusion, in a
word, to put it briefly, in sum, altogether, in short,

Adverbial Expressions/ Transitions:

These transitions are used to signal place and space

1. To signify space above, behind, below, beyond, here, there, to the left (right),
and place nearby, opposite, on the other side, across, adjacent, next to

What’s More

Independent Activity 1

Fill in the crossword puzzle by unlocking the hidden word using the given
description inside the box. Clues are provided to serve as your guide. Copy and answer
the activity on your notebook.

4.
N

1.B L W

Across
X
1. in a lower place
2. at a time in the future 5.
2. L R
3. in addition to what A
has been said
Down

4. nearest or adjacent
5. later in time T

3. O E V R
Independent Assessment 1
Complete the steps in delivering an informative speech by choosing the appropriate

transitional word inside the scroll. Copy and answer the activity on your notebook.

Then Next First Afterwards Lastly

In writing an informative speech, 1. you have to choose a topic that

interest you. 2. , you need to gather a variety resources to support your

claim. 3. , come up with a thesis that concisely present your purpose.

4. , develop an outline that will serve as your guide. 5. ,

review your main point in the conclusion and write a complete draft and memorize your

speech.

Independent Activity 2

Classify the examples of cohesive devices by writing them on their corresponding

box. Copy and answer the activity on your notebook.

Above all Therefore Yet Also In any case

Meanwhile To sum up Similarly Such as Finally

Addition Comparison Order/Sequence

1. 2. 3.

Time Result

4. 5.
Independent Assessment 2

Cross out the transitional word that does not belong to the group. Copy and
answer the activity on your notebook.

1. Contrast but yet then In spite

2. Summary To sum
next therefore finally
up

3. Place
above adjacent Beyond Such as

4. Example
moreover like similarly above

5. Space
adjacent next above though

Independent Activity 3
Read each sentence carefully and choose the correct cohesive device that would
complete it. Write your answer in your notebook.

Word Bank
Unlike As result Therefore
Then Moreover

1. She had been studying for hours, ____________ she hoped to pass the test.

2. Early morning, my mother cooked breakfast. ___________, she did the laundry.

3. Mark ate a lot. __________, he had stomachache.

4. His idea was unique __________ the other suggestions provided.

 5. Diet and exercise will help you lose weight. ____________, it is good for your

health.

Independent Assessment 3

Examine the following sentences carefully. Locate and encircle the cohesive
device used in each sentence. Copy and answer the activity on your notebook.

1. I Students must come to class prepared. Furthermore, they need to

participate in different activities.

2. Annie loves cooking. On the other hand, does not like washing dishes.

3. I forgot to set the alarm. As a result, I was late for class.

4. English is my favorite subject. It is interesting and fun. Above all, it is easy to

learn.

5. I love eating vegetables. In particular, I like squash, carrots, and broccoli

What I Have Learned

Accomplish the table by writing an example of cohesive/transitional word in each

column. Copy and answer the activity on your notebook.

Addition Time Space/Place Example Sequence

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Result Comparison Contrast Emphasis Summary

6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Above all Yet In short Next Such as

Likewise Initially Therefore Also Across
 What I Can Do

Find and circle the 10 (ten) words listed below which are hidden in the grid. Words
may appear horizontally, diagonally, down, and up, and backward. Copy and answer the
activity on your notebook.

F X B E C A U S E Y

Z I Y Q T D Q W H S

P X N K N G H V O E

Y C U A K I X E W D

N E Z V L J Z C E I

K O T E H L T N V S

J V W X N R Y E E E

S T R I F M I H R B

1. FINALLY 6. HOWEVER
2. BESIDES 7. BECAUSE
3. WHILE 8. YET
4. FIRST 9. HENCE
5. AND 10. NOW

Assessment

This quiz consists of 15 -item multiple choice questions. Read each sentence
and choose the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on your notebook.

1. The following are functions of cohesive device except

a. to show relationship of sentences
b. to connect or link phrases and clauses
c. to unify the ideas presented in sentences
d. to change the idea being discussed in the sentences

2. The following are types of cohesive device except:

a. addition
b. comparison
c. example
d. multiplication
3. Many students claimed that the test was easy _______ many of them got a
failing score.
a. after
b. because
c. then
d. yet
4. ___________ our different point of views, we remain best of friends.
a. despite
b. similarly
c. therefore
d. unlike
5. ____________ of the hot weather, we went for a walk in the park.
a. consequently
b. in spite
c. nevertheless
d. yet

6. Aemiel left early for work ________ he will not be stuck in traffic.
a. After
b. but
c. so
d. then

7. I have a lot of things to do today. ________, I need to clean my room,

_________, I will go to the library to do some research.
a. before, after
b. then, there
c. first, then
d. and, yet

8. Peter looks problematic __________ he did not tell anyone about it.
a. because
b. furthermore
c. however
d. lastly

9. _________ Nikka was studying her lesson, she felt hungry.

a. as a result
b. meanwhile
c. nevertheless
d. while

10. You will not succeed _________ you work hard for it.
a. But
b. consequently
c. meanwhile
d. unless

11. __________ you blow the candle, do not forget to make a wish.
a. After
b. before
c. next
d. until
 12. My mother bought a lot of fruits in the market ___________ pineapple,
watermelon, and oranges.
a. however
b. moreover
c. such as
d. unlike

13. My brother is my best friend. He is always there to help me. ___________, he

helped me answer my mathematics homework.
a. additionally
b. as a result
c. for example
d. furthermore

14. _________, Jenny decluttered her room. _________, she decorated it.
a. first, then
b. first, until
c. while, then
d. while, until

15. _________, I did not enjoy reading novels, but I loved it now.
a. eventually
b. finally
c. initially
d. lastly

Additional Activities

Write an informative speech about how a student like you can fight corona virus in
your own simple ways. Use five (cohesive device) in your paragraph. Copy and
accomplish the activity on your notebook.

Rubric:
Content- 3 points
Correct usage of cohesive
device: 4 points
Spelling, Grammar,
Punctuation marks- 3 points
 Independent Independent Activity 3
Assessment 1
What I Know 1. Moreover
1. First 2. Then
1. First 2. Next 3. As a result
2. Then 3. Then 4. Unlike
3. Next 4. Afterwards 5. Therefore
4. After 5. Lastly
5. Finally Independent Activity 2 Independent
What's More 1. Also Assessment 3
Independent Activity 1 2. Similarly 1. Furthermore
3. Finally 2. On the other
1. Below 4. Meanwhile
2. Later hand
5. Therefore 3. As a result
3. Moreover
4. Next 4. Above all
5. After 5. In particular
What I have learned What I Can Do Assessment
1. Also 1. D
2. Next 2. D
3. Across 3. D
4. Such As 4. A
5. Initially 5. B
6. Therefore 6. C
7. Likewise 7. C
8. Yet 8. C
9. Above all 9. D
10.D
10. In Short
11.B
12.C
13.A
14.A
15.C
Answer Key
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