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FCE Writing Connectors Argumentative Essay

The document provides examples of connectors that can be used to link ideas and build coherence when writing. It gives sentence examples using connectors like "moreover", "furthermore", "consequently", and "therefore". It then provides two multi-sentence passages and asks the reader to choose the appropriate connector for each blank. The passages discuss the risks of smoking and the advantages of playing sports.

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FCE Writing Connectors Argumentative Essay

The document provides examples of connectors that can be used to link ideas and build coherence when writing. It gives sentence examples using connectors like "moreover", "furthermore", "consequently", and "therefore". It then provides two multi-sentence passages and asks the reader to choose the appropriate connector for each blank. The passages discuss the risks of smoking and the advantages of playing sports.

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Connectors

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for this reason

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to conclude

Choose the appropriate connector. Sometimes more than one is possible. 1. Smoking is bad for you. _________________________ , it smells disgusting. (2) 2. Smoking is bad for you ___________________________smelling disgusting. (1) 3. Smoking is bad for you ___________________________ it smells disgusting. (1) 4. Pets are loving. They are _____________ very rewarding. (2) 5. Skiing is a lot of fun ______________ it can be dangerous.(1) 6. _________________________ skiing can be dangerous, it is a lot of fun. (1) 7. Skiing is a lot of fun. ___________________________ it can be dangerous. (2) 8. _________________ being a lot of fun, skiing can be dangerous. (1) 9. I went for a swim __________________________ I was very hot. (1) 10. I was very hot ______________________ I went for a swim. (1) 11. I was very hot. ______________ I went for a swim. (2) 12. I went to the supermarket __________________ buy some bread. (1)

Think of a suitable connector for each space.

The risks of smoking


There are many reasons why smoking is a bad habit. _____________________(1), it causes numerous fatal diseases such as lung cancer amongst smokers. _________________________ (2), people around smokers inhale passive smoke and ___________________________ (3) develop these illnesses too. _______________ ______________, (4) it creates an unpleasant smell ______________________ (5) discolouring both teeth and nails. ___________________________ (6) being aware of these problems, people still smoke. This is because cigarettes are extremely addictive __________________________ (7) they contain nicotine and __________________________ (8) people find it very difficult to quit. ___________________________ (9) smoking is a lethal habit which is very difficult to stop. In my opinion, people need to get outside help ____________________ (10) find the strength to give up.

The advantages of playing Sport There are numerous reasons why playing sport is beneficial. _____________________ (1), it builds up your muscles _____________________ (2) strengthening your heart. It ___________________(3) helps you to develop your coordination and reflexes. __________________________ (4), playing team sports helps you to relate to other people and ___________________________(5) you will become more communicative. __________________________ (6), it increases your concentration levels _______________ (7). _________________________ (8), if you play sport, you will find it easier to study for longer periods. __________________________ (8), doing sport is excellent for both the body and the mind. __________________________(9), people should make some time in their lives for sport because it can have a very positive effect.

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