PEEL Paragraph Connectors Quiz

Which of the following connectors is most effective for introducing the Point (main argument) at the very beginning of a paragraph?

• Furthermore...

• One major reason for this is...

• In contrast...

• For instance...

You have just stated your point. Now, you need to Explain the logic behind it. Which phrase helps you expand on 'why' or 'how' your point is true?

• This demonstrates that...

• Consequently...

• To illustrate this...

• This is because...

When moving from your explanation to a specific Example or piece of evidence, which connector provides the smoothest transition?

• Similarly...

• A clear example of this can be seen in...

• Therefore...

• In simple terms...

After providing an example, you need to explain its significance. Which connector best links an example back to the effect it has?

• This highlights the fact that...

• On the other hand...

• Firstly...

• In addition...

The final sentence of your paragraph is the Link. Its job is to summarize the paragraph and connect it back to the overall essay question. Which connector is best suited for this?

• For example...

• Such as...

• Ultimately, this reinforces the idea that...

• Also...