Linking Devices: Similarity and Contrast

What are some examples of linking devices used to show similarity?

• opposite

• like, similarly, likewise, in the same way, just as, as well as

• in a different way

• unlike

What are some examples of linking devices used to show contrast?

• likewise, also, additionally

• however, on the other hand, in contrast, nevertheless, despite

• similarly, moreover, furthermore

• instead, otherwise, alternatively

How do linking devices help in showing similarity between ideas or concepts?

• Linking devices are not useful in showing similarity between ideas or concepts.

• Linking devices connect ideas or concepts through words or phrases that indicate a relationship or comparison.

• Linking devices create confusion and make it difficult to understand the relationship between ideas or concepts.

• Linking devices are only used to show differences between ideas or concepts.

How do linking devices help in showing contrast between ideas or concepts?

Give an example of a linking device that can be used to show both similarity and contrast.

• although

• nevertheless

• however

• instead

Explain the concept of 'in contrast' and provide an example of a linking device that can be used to introduce a contrasting idea.

• 'although', 'nevertheless', 'yet'

• Linking devices such as 'however', 'on the other hand', or 'in comparison' can be used to introduce a contrasting idea.

• 'furthermore', 'moreover', 'additionally'

• 'in addition', 'likewise', 'similarly'

What is the purpose of using linking devices in writing or speaking?

• The purpose of using linking devices is to create coherence and establish relationships between ideas.

• To create disconnection between ideas

• To make the writing or speaking more difficult to understand

• To confuse the reader or listener

What are some common linking devices used in academic writing?

• firstly, secondly, in addition, furthermore, moreover, on the other hand, however, therefore, thus, consequently, in conclusion

• on the contrary, nonetheless, nevertheless, notwithstanding, regardless, in contrast, conversely, alternatively, instead, rather, on the other hand

• also, additionally, besides, moreover, furthermore, in addition, as well, likewise, similarly, correspondingly, equally

• first, second, third, fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh, eighth, ninth, tenth, lastly

How can linking devices improve the flow and coherence of a piece of writing?

• Linking devices improve the flow and coherence of a piece of writing by connecting ideas and creating smooth transitions between sentences and paragraphs.

• Linking devices improve the flow and coherence of a piece of writing by introducing irrelevant information that distracts the reader.

• Linking devices improve the flow and coherence of a piece of writing by adding unnecessary details and making the writing confusing.

• Linking devices improve the flow and coherence of a piece of writing by repeating the same ideas over and over again.

Provide an example of a paragraph where linking devices are used to show both similarity and contrast.

• Linking devices such as 'however', 'on the other hand', 'similarly', 'likewise', 'in comparison', 'but', 'yet', 'nevertheless', 'despite', 'although', and 'while' can be used to show both similarity and contrast in a paragraph.

• Linking devices like 'meanwhile', 'in spite of', 'regardless', 'on the contrary', 'in contrast to', 'yet', 'still', 'nonetheless', 'even though', and 'whereas' can be used to show both similarity and contrast in a paragraph.

• Linking devices such as 'instead', 'conversely', 'by contrast', 'on the flip side', 'in a similar vein', 'however', 'even if', 'notwithstanding', 'though', and 'whereas' can be used to show both similarity and contrast in a paragraph.

• Linking devices such as 'however', 'on the other hand', 'similarly', 'likewise', 'in contrast', 'but', 'yet', 'nevertheless', 'despite', 'although', and 'while' can be used to show both similarity and contrast in a paragraph.