Writing: Style & Cohesion B2 - Lesson 7: Advanced Connectors for Cohesion (Furthermore, Consequently...)

B2 Writing: Cohesion

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The Glue

Advanced Connectors

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Addition

Furthermore / Moreover

Use instead of "And" or "Also". Adds a stronger point.

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Contrast

However / Nevertheless

Use instead of "But". Shows a surprising difference.

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Result

Consequently / Therefore

Use instead of "So". Shows logical consequence.

⚠️ Punctuation Alert:
Formal connectors usually start a new sentence or follow a semicolon.

1. ...hard. However, he failed.
2. ...hard; however, he failed.

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Style Upgrader

Transform A2 to B2

Category: Addition

"The food is good and it is cheap."

Category: Result

"It rained so the match stopped."

Category: Contrast

"He is old but he is strong."

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Logic Check

Match the Logic

1. "The economy is declining. ______, unemployment is rising." (Cause ➔ Effect)

However

Consequently

2. "Reading improves vocabulary. ______, it reduces stress." (Adding a point)

Furthermore

Therefore

3. "He didn't study. ______, he passed the test." (Surprising contrast)

As a result

Nevertheless

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Mission

Connect your thoughts.

Task: Write 3 sentences in your notebook.

• Moreover: Add a second reason why you are learning English.
• However: State a difficulty you face in learning.
• Therefore: State your future goal or result.