Understanding Cohesive Devices Flashcards

"The road was icy; ___, drivers slowed down." Best result word?

Answer: accordingly

"Accordingly" signals the appropriate response to the icy road.

Which linker introduces a contrasting alternative meaning 'on the other hand'?

Answer: conversely

"Conversely" introduces an opposite point.

"Bring a coat; ___ you will be cold." Choose the conditional-consequence linker.

Answer: otherwise

"Otherwise" warns of the consequence of not acting.

Which device clarifies by restating, meaning 'in other words'?

Answer: that is

"That is" restates an idea for clarity.

"She loves hiking; ___, her brother prefers swimming." Best contrast linker?

Answer: whereas

"Whereas" contrasts the two siblings' preferences.

Which word signals you are giving the most important point, meaning 'above all'?

Answer: especially

"Especially" emphasizes the most important item.

Ellipsis as a cohesive device works by doing what?

Answer: omitting words understood from context

Ellipsis omits words that can be inferred, keeping text concise and cohesive.