Discourse Markers

Discourse Markers

What is it?

• A discourse marker is a word or a phrase that plays a role in managing the flow and structure of discourse.

Types of discourse markers

• Moreover

• On the other hand

• At least

• However

• Besides

• Firstly

• Whereas

some more examples...

• Then

• Actually

• Though

• 
  

• 
  

• 
  

Multiple Choice

1. I had a terrible day at work and lost my umbrella too. ________ I spoke to that nice guy who works in the coffee shop at last!

• At least

• Whereas

• Unless

• Actually

Multiple Choice

2. Television turns people into lazy couch potatoes. _______ , there are some educational programmes on.

• Besides

• Moreover

• On the other hand

Multiple Choice

3. ______ , I would like to welcome you all to the conference today.

• Actually

• Firstly

• Whereas

Multiple Choice

4. ______ the film was a little boring, we still had a nice evening out.

• Actually

• Besides

• Though

Multiple Choice

5. I've always known Caroline as a mean person. ______ , she lent me $10 yesterday without me having to ask twice!

• Moreover

• However

• Though

Multiple Choice

6. I got up at 9 o'clock yesterday and had a cold shower. ______ , I had breakfast and left for work.

• Then

• Besides

• On the other hand

Multiple Choice

7. My brother works in a large office _______ I work on my own at home.

• though

• however

• whereas

Multiple Choice

8. Why do you think I don't want to go out tonight. ______ , I would be delighted to get out of the house.

• Actually

• However

• Firstly

Multiple Choice

9. You should go to university as it gives you a chance to meet so many new people. ______ , it gives you the chance to get important qualifications and get a better job.

• Besides

• Moreover

• On the other hand

Multiple Choice

10. I don't want to go to the football game. Football bores me and I don't want to pay $40 for a ticket. ______ , look at the weather! All that rain!

• At least

• However

• Besides