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    The document discusses four ways to link sentences together to achieve coherence and cohesion in writing. The four ways are: 1) using linking words, 2) using pronouns, 3) referring to the previous sentence, and 4) logically connecting sentences. It provides examples of using linking words both formally and informally. It also explains how to properly use pronouns to link sentences without repetition. Finally, it demonstrates how to logically connect sentences about a problem and solution.

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    The document discusses four ways to link sentences together to achieve coherence and cohesion in writing. The four ways are: 1) using linking words, 2) using pronouns, 3) referring to the previous sentence, and 4) logically connecting sentences. It provides examples of using linking words both formally and informally. It also explains how to properly use pronouns to link sentences without repetition. Finally, it demonstrates how to logically connect sentences about a problem and solution.

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    Chapter 3.

    Four ways to link sentences

    ü 4 Ways to Link Sentences


    Together (Cohesion)

    Cohesion

    Do your ideas follow


    one from another?

    Are your sentences


    linked together?

    Linking words and


    other cohesive devices

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 1
    Chapter 3. Four ways to link sentences

    To achieve Band 7 for Coherence and Cohesion, you must link


    your sentences together. One idea must follow from another.

    4 ways to link sentences together

    • Use linking words (and, because, however…)


    1

    • Use pronouns (this, that, such, it, they)


    2

    • Refer to the previous sentence


    3

    • Logically connect sentences


    4

    • Use linking words | Informal letter


    1

    The day after your party I have a business meeting in Paris. It was
    ✗ initially scheduled for that afternoon. My plan was to catch an early
    morning train to Paris. A week ago the meeting was moved forward
    to 9 am. I have to go there on the night of the celebration.

    The day after your party I have a business meeting in Paris, which
    ✓ was initially scheduled for that afternoon. So my plan was to catch
    an early morning train to Paris. However, a week ago the meeting
    was moved forward to 9 am. This means I have to go there on the
    night of the celebration.

    Therefore, I have to go there on the night of the celebration.

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 2
    Chapter 3. Four ways to link sentences

    • Use linking words | Formal letter


    1

    My only grievance was the room where most of our studies took
    place. Although it was large enough to accommodate ten people
    comfortably, there were only eight desks and two pairs of students
    had to share tables designed for one. Moreover, insufficient light
    during our evening classes made it difficult to see the sample
    photographs that Mr Edwards handed out.

    Use a variety of linking words


    Use linking words appropriately

    Informal linking words Formal linking words


    but however
    I must admit admittedly
    so therefore
    on top of that moreover

    Letter to a friend
    The conference has been cancelled. So I’m not coming to Toronto after
    all.

    Letter to a hotel
    The conference has been cancelled. Therefore, I would like to cancel my
    hotel reservation as well.

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 3
    Chapter 3. Four ways to link sentences

    Informal linking words Formal linking words


    but however
    I must admit admittedly
    so therefore
    on top of that moreover

    Letter to a friend
    My purse was stolen last week. On top of that, I dropped and broke my
    phone.

    Letter to a shop
    The chair I purchased from your store arrived with a two-week delay.
    Moreover, its colour is not what I have ordered.

    • Use pronouns (this, that, such, it, they)


    2

    ✓ I sent the letter last week but it hasn’t arrived.

    ✗ I bought a vase. The vase was broken. I would like to replace the
    vase.

    ✓ I bought a vase, which was broken. I would like to replace it.

    Use pronouns to link sentences together


    and avoid word repetition

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 4
    Chapter 3. Four ways to link sentences

    • Refer to the previous sentence


    3

    ✓ I would like to apply for the position of sales representative. I believe


    that my knowledge and skills are a perfect match for this opportunity.

    ✓ I am arriving on Monday, 23 November 2020, and intend to stay in


    town for three days. Could you please confirm whether a suite is
    available for these days?

    • Logically connect sentences


    4

    You recently did a short photography course. The photography school


    has asked for your feedback on this course.

    Write a letter to the school director. In your letter:

    • describe what you enjoyed about the course


    • give reasons why you were unhappy about the classroom
    • suggest what the school should do to improve the classroom

    Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

    Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 5
    Chapter 3. Four ways to link sentences

    • Logically connect sentences


    4

    topic
    sentence My only grievance was the room where most of our studies took
    place. Although it was large enough to accommodate ten
    problem 1: people comfortably, there were only eight desks and two pairs
    desks
    of students had to share tables designed for one. Moreover,
    problem 2: insufficient light during our evening classes made it difficult to
    light see the sample photographs that Mr Edwards handed out.
    topic
    sentence It seems to me that a couple of easy alterations would solve the
    problem. Extra desks could be moved from the class next door,
    solution 1: which has more than twenty. Additionally, instead of replacing
    desks the ceiling light, I would suggest purchasing two dimmable floor
    solution 2: lamps. With this setup, the light could easily be increased to the
    light required level.

    Coherence & Cohesion Score

    Cohesion

    Band 9 Uses cohesion in such a way that it attracts no attention

    Band 8 Manages all aspects of cohesion well

    Uses a range of cohesive devices appropriately although


    Band 7
    there may be some under-/over-use

    Band 6 May not always use referencing clearly or appropriately

    Makes inadequate, inaccurate use or overuse of cohesive


    devices.
    Band 5
    May be repetitive because of lack of referencing and
    substitution

    Ace IELTS General Writing Task 1 | FasTrack


    IELTS 6

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