A semantic connection
a semantic connection — the connection based on the meaning of the words/sentences.
- Read the sentences 1–6 and choose a point for the next sentence from the list A–G
The points for the second sentences:
A. to express your own opinion
B. to contrast the idea expressed in the previous sentence
C. to express the effect and result that come from the idea expressed in the previous sentence
D. to express somebody else's opinion
E. to give an example
F. to give one more reason to prove the idea expressed in the previous sentence
G. to summarize and conclude the previously discussed idea(s)
Nowadays there are many different global problems. For instance, …
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On the one hand, wood is used for manufacturing many things. On the other hand, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]People must pay more attention to environmental issues. From my point of view, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]Over the past hundred years, the planet has faced the issue of the greenhouse effect. According to some scientists, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]Due to global warming, glaciers tend to melt. Moreover, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]I believe that some environmental issues are exaggerated. For example, the problem of planting large areas for cultivating crops seems exaggerated. In conclusion, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]The level of awareness about the problem is growing. Consequently, …
[A|B|C|D|E|F|G]Read the sentences again and complete them with your own ideas
Nowadays there are many different global problems. For instance, [ ]
On the one hand, wood is used for manufacturing many things. On the other hand, [ ]
People must pay more attention to environmental issues. From my point of view, [ ]
Over the past hundred years, the planet has faced the issue of the greenhouse effect. According to some scientists, [ ]
Due to global warming, glaciers tend to melt. Moreover, [ ]
I believe that some environmental issues are exaggerated. For example, the problem of planting large areas for cultivating crops seems exaggerated. In conclusion, [ ]
The level of awareness about the problem is growing. Consequently, [ ]