Addition words(附加关联词语)

They introduce additional information. Common expressions that show addition include also, on top of something, above all, besides, furthermore, in addition, moreover, etc.

e.g.

● He has made up his mind to go to the countryside, and I also. ● Also present at the meeting are the president himself and his wife. ● The task is difficult; besides, time presses.

Here are some more linking words.

1. Linking words that draw a conclusion, such as to conclude, on the whole, in conclusion, to sum up, in short, etc.

e.g.

● To conclude, you should eat healthily and exercise if you want to be fit.

● My son has a good job. My daughter has a good job. In brief, my wife and I do not have to support them financially any longer.

2. Linking words that give an example, such as for example, for instance, in this/that case, etc.

e.g.

● I have always been interested in sport, for instance, when I was at school I was in the swimming, running, and tennis teams.

● A: There's no milk in the fridge.

B: In that case, I'll drink water instead.

3. Linking words that show differences or similarities, such as likewise, yet, despite, in spite of, etc.

e.g.

● Tom comes home for lunch twice a week, and his sister Jane does likewise.

● I have given her a lot of useful advice, yet she has never taken any.

● Despite the heavy rain, they left to search for the missing boy.

Have a try:

1. Read the article on Page 9 (Part A), then fill in a chart.

Time sequence Cause and effect Contrast-ing Addition Other