Cohesive Devices Quiz and Test: Improve Your English Writing

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Which of the following is an example of a subordinating conjunction?

but

unless (correct)

and

Which cohesive device is used to express contrast or concession?

before, after

if, unless

as soon as, whenever

although, even though (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a coordinating conjunction?

whereas

and (correct)

provided that

whenever

Which cohesive device is used to express condition?

if, unless Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an adverbial conjunction?

whenever Signup and view all the answers

Which cohesive device is used to add something or give an example?

for instance, such as Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of subordinating conjunctions?

To introduce a subordinate clause that depends on the main clause Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an adverbial conjunction?

however Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of coordinating conjunctions?

To join independent clauses of equal value Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a coordinating conjunction?

because Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using conjunctive adverbs?

To create more concise sentences by joining independent clauses Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a coordinating conjunction used to express contrast?

I enjoy reading novels, yet I dislike poetry. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a subordinating conjunction?

Unless Signup and view all the answers

Identify the adverbial conjunction in the following sentence: 'I will go to the park ___ the weather is nice.'

If Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following coordinating conjunctions is used to show contrast?

But Signup and view all the answers

Choose the correct option to complete the sentence: 'I wanted to go to the movies, ___ my friend was busy.'

But Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conjunctions is used to express a reason?

Because Signup and view all the answers

Identify the coordinating conjunction in the following sentence: 'I will study hard ___ pass the exam.'

So Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cohesive Devices

Cohesive devices are used to express relationships between ideas, sentences, or clauses in a text.
There are different types of cohesive devices, including conjunctions, conjunctive adverbs, and transitional phrases.

Conjunctions

There are three types of conjunctions: coordinating, subordinating, and adverbial conjunctions.
Coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, and clauses of equal value.
Examples of coordinating conjunctions include: for, and, nor, but, or, yet, so.

Conjunctive Adverbs

Conjunctive adverbs are used to connect independent clauses into one sentence.
When using a conjunctive adverb, a semicolon (;) is placed before it and a comma (,) after it.
Examples of conjunctive adverbs include: however, therefore, thus, consequently, meanwhile, moreover.

Transitional Phrases

Transitional phrases are used to show relationships between ideas, sentences, or clauses.
Examples of transitional phrases include: in addition, furthermore, on the other hand, in contrast, nevertheless.

Using Cohesive Devices

Cohesive devices can be used to express time, condition, contrast, or concession.
Inappropriate use of cohesive devices can affect the flow of thoughts or ideas expressed in a sentence.

Examples of Cohesive Devices

Expressing time: before, after, until, when, as soon as, whenever, while.
Expressing condition: unless, if, even if, in case, provided.
Expressing contrast or concession: although, even though, whereas.
Adding information: also, besides, finally, furthermore, in addition.
Comparing: similarly, alike, in the same way.
Emphasizing: indeed, certainly, definitely, in fact.

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Test your knowledge on the common transition words and conjunctions used as cohesive devices in English writing. Understand how coordinating conjunctions connect words, phrases, and clauses of equal value.