Unit 8
Grammar
Linking Words
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📖 Linking Words
| Function | Words | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Addition | and, also, moreover, furthermore | "The UN helps refugees and promotes peace." |
| Opposition | but, however, although, on the other hand | "The WHO works hard, however, more funding is needed." |
| Cause | because, since, as | "Because of the crisis, the UN acted." |
| Effect | so, therefore, as a result | "The organization intervened, therefore lives were saved." |
| Illustration | for example, such as, for instance | "Many organizations, such as UNICEF, help children." |
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Practice
Choose the correct linking word
1. The UN helps refugees, it promotes peace. (addition)
2. The WHO works hard, more funding is needed. (opposition)
3. The organization intervened, lives were saved. (effect)