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APPENDIX Below is a chart of words and expressions commonly used to connect ideas or show relationships. CONNECTORS EXAMPLES contrast or opposing ideas although / even though / though, whereas, while despite, ín spite of but, yet, however, nevertheless on the one hand ... on the other (hand) in contrast to / contrary to, unlike Although he is old, he is very active. Heis old, whereas Paul is young. in spite of his old age, he is very active, The shopping centre is small; however, | usually find everything | need there, On the one hand, the book is amusing. On the other hand, it's rather Jong. In contrast to other horror films, this one was quite amusing. comparison like, (just) as + adjective + as, more / less + adjective + than, be the same as, similarly, both, likewise Paris has some great museums of art. Similarly, London has some wonderful museums, This book is not as interesting as that one, reason, cause and effect because, since, as Le because of, due to, owingto in order to, so that / in order that We arrived late because the bus broke down, The concert was cancelled owing to poor ticket sales. We'!l work tonight in order to finish it on time, time and sequence when, while, whenever first of all / firstly, secondly ... finally, later, next, in short, in conclusion Whenever | go shopping, | buy sweets, First of all, (ll buy a car. In conclusion, it is important to teach young people about the dangers of alcohol. result and consequences therefore, consequently, thus as a result (of) She studied hard. Therefore, she passed the exam. As a result of her high marks, she was accepted to university, addition and example moreover / furthermore / in addition O AS for example / instance, such as, as well (as), in addition to, also The city is a famous music centre, Furthermore, it is well known for its annual dance festival. l like all kinds of fruit; for example, melons, oranges and pineapples. , Please bring some drinks as well as snacks. Note: Pay attention to punctuation when you use connectors in your writing. 127