CELPIP Understanding Cohesive Devices 4

Question 1

Which transition signals time order in a narrative?

Accepted Answer

afterward

Answer

"Afterward" indicates a later point in time.

Question 2

"He didn't study; ___, he failed." Choose the result linker.

Accepted Answer

as a result

Answer

"As a result" introduces the consequence of not studying.

Question 3

Which word is an additive linker meaning 'and also'?

Accepted Answer

moreover

Answer

"Moreover" adds further supporting information.

Question 4

"We can take the bus, ___ we can walk." Choose the best linker for an alternative.

Accepted Answer

or

Answer

"Or" presents an alternative option.

Question 5

Which device refers back to a whole clause using "which"?

Accepted Answer

a relative pronoun

Answer

"Which" is a relative pronoun linking to a prior clause.

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