Essay Writing & Linking Devices

1. What is the purpose of a topic sentence in a paragraph?

• To provide a conclusion for the paragraph.
• To list supporting details for the main idea.
• To introduce a new topic unrelated to the paragraph.
• The purpose of a topic sentence is to state the main idea of a paragraph.

2. Which of the following is a correct linking word to express contrast?

• however
• in addition
• although
• similarly

3. "In contrast" is used to...

• summarize information
• add example

• highlight differences
• emphasize similarities

4. Which linking phrase can be used to indicate a topic being discussed?

• about
• concerning
• relating to

• whereas

5. Which of these expresses contrast?

• but
• also
• or
• and

Reading is more ________ than watching a film.

• boring
• engaging
• predictable
• distracting

1. When do we use: "Nevertheless" →

• To express agreement or support.
• To provide additional information.
• To summarize previous points.
• To indicate contrast or contradiction.

When do we use: "Concerning" →

• We use 'concerning' to indicate a time or place.
• We use 'concerning' only in formal writing.
• We use 'concerning' when referring to a specific topic or subject.
• We use 'concerning' to express a feeling of uncertainty.

When do we use: "In comparison to" →

• When stating facts without comparison.
• When discussing unrelated topics.
• When making a general statement about a subject.
• When highlighting differences or similarities between subjects.

6. A topic sentence is always the last sentence in a paragraph.

• True
• False