COHESIVE DEVICES

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What are cohesive devices?

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Cohesive devices are words or phrases that connect ideas and help to create a logical flow in writing. They include conjunctions, pronouns, and transitional phrases.

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What is the function of the cohesive device 'because'?

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'Because' is used to indicate a reason or cause for an action or situation.

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What does the cohesive device 'despite' indicate?

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'Despite' is used to show contrast, indicating that something happens regardless of a particular situation.

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What does 'consequently' imply in a sentence?

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'Consequently' indicates a result or effect that follows from a previous statement.

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How does 'on the contrary' function in a sentence?

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'On the contrary' is used to introduce a statement that opposes or contradicts a previous statement.

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What does 'furthermore' add to a sentence?

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'Furthermore' is used to add additional information or to reinforce a point that has already been made.

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Give an example of a cohesive device that shows addition.

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Examples of cohesive devices that show addition include 'also', 'moreover', and 'in addition'.

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What is the difference between 'although' and 'despite'?

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'Although' introduces a clause that presents a contrast, while 'despite' is followed by a noun or gerund and indicates that something happens regardless of the contrast.

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What role do pronouns play as cohesive devices?

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Pronouns replace nouns to avoid repetition and help maintain the flow of a text.

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What is a transitional phrase?

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A transitional phrase is a group of words that connects ideas and helps guide the reader through the text.