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The document explains the importance and types of connectives in writing, including time connectives, cause-and-effect connectives, and contrast connectives. It emphasizes their role in improving clarity, creating flow, and adding depth to writing. Additionally, it provides tips for using connectives effectively to enhance the reader's understanding.

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Connectives

The document explains the importance and types of connectives in writing, including time connectives, cause-and-effect connectives, and contrast connectives. It emphasizes their role in improving clarity, creating flow, and adding depth to writing. Additionally, it provides tips for using connectives effectively to enhance the reader's understanding.

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Time Connectives

These indicate the sequence of events or show the relationship between actions over time. They are
particularly useful when narrating events, giving instructions, or explaining processes.

Examples:

 First, then, next, finally: Used for sequencing steps or events.

 Before, after, later, while: Indicate relative timing of actions.

 Meanwhile, during: Show simultaneous actions.

Example Sentences:

 First, mix the ingredients in a bowl. Then, bake the mixture in the oven.

 While the pasta is boiling, prepare the sauce.

2. Cause-and-Effect Connectives

These show the relationship between a cause (why something happens) and its effect (the result).
They are essential in persuasive or explanatory writing.

Examples:

 Because, since, as: Show the reason for something.

 Therefore, thus, hence, as a result: Indicate the outcome of an event.

 So: Informally connects cause and effect.

Example Sentences:

 The roads were icy; therefore, the school was closed.

 She studied hard because she wanted to score high marks.

3. Contrast or Difference Connectives

These highlight differences or contradictions between ideas. They are often used to present
opposing viewpoints or balance arguments.

Examples:

 However, but, yet: Introduce contrasting ideas.

 Although, though, even though: Show exceptions or contradictions.

 On the other hand, in contrast: Highlight alternative perspectives.

Example Sentences:

 She enjoys painting; however, she prefers sculpting.

 Although the task was difficult, they managed to complete it on time.


Why Are Connectives Important?

1. Improve Clarity: They make it easier for readers to follow your ideas.

2. Create Flow: Sentences and paragraphs feel more connected and less abrupt.

3. Add Depth: They clarify the relationships between ideas, enriching your writing.

Tips for Using Connectives Effectively

 Avoid overusing the same connective repeatedly; mix them for variety.

 Choose the right type of connective based on the relationship you want to show.

 Read your writing aloud to ensure the connectives improve the flow without sounding
forced.

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