Using linking words for text construction

Using limking words for text construction

Before the writing stage the relationship between the various ideas and different arguments should be indicated on the mind map. Here is a list of linking devices to choose from.

Purpose
Linking words
Contrast and comparison
While, whereas, in contrast, however, but, (al)though
Reference

Both/neither, all/none

Beginning
First(ly), to begin with, as a start, in the first place
Addition
Second(ly), moreover, in addition, besides, furthermore, not only that,but..., what is more
Example
For instance, for example, such as
Paraphrase
In other words, that is to say, to put it another way
Concession
Although, nevertheless, still, yet, in spite of, however, on the contrary
Consequence
As a result, consequently, so, because of, so that, as a consequence
Dominance
Above all, most important of all, best/worst of all, last but not least
Conclusion
On the whole, in conclusion, to sump up, in all, in short

In the final stage it might be helpful to look at the mind map again and see which purpose your argumente serve. Finally, to structure your text use paragraphs, and remember to use appropriate linking words.

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