CEFR Written Cohesion and Coherence 5

Question 1

Which sentence correctly uses a cataphoric reference for cohesion?

Accepted Answer

She was exhausted. Maria had worked all night.

Answer

In cataphoric reference, 'She' appears before 'Maria,' directing the reader forward to identify the referent.

Question 2

A writer ends a paragraph with: 'These challenges, however, are not insurmountable.' This sentence functions cohesively by:

Accepted Answer

Summarizing the paragraph and signaling a contrasting idea in the next paragraph

Answer

The sentence wraps up the paragraph's discussion of challenges while the word 'however' signals that the following paragraph will offer a more optimistic counter-perspective.

Question 3

In which CEFR level descriptor would you expect to find: 'Can produce clear, smoothly flowing, well-structured text with an effective logical structure which helps the reader identify significant points'?

Accepted Answer

C1

Answer

This descriptor matches the C1 level, which requires sophisticated organization and the ability to guide the reader through complex content.

Question 4

Which revision improves the coherence of this passage by adding an effective concluding sentence?

'Regular physical activity reduces the risk of heart disease. It also improves mental health. Studies confirm these benefits across all age groups.'

Accepted Answer

In summary, the evidence strongly supports incorporating regular exercise into daily life.

Answer

A concluding sentence that synthesizes the evidence and draws a logical conclusion strengthens the paragraph's coherence.

Question 5

Which of the following pairs demonstrates correct use of a 'comparative reference' for cohesion?

Accepted Answer

The red car was fast. The blue one was even faster.

Answer

'Even faster' creates a comparative reference that explicitly links the speed of the two cars, creating cohesion through comparison.

CEFR - Common European Framework Practice Test

CEFR - Common European Framework Practice Test

CEFR Written Cohesion and Coherence 5