CONNECTORS Cause and effect .

Followed by a comma: therefore as a result consequently- as a consequence hence thus so for this reason Place: between sentences. Examples: He broke his leg while skiing in Aspen. As a result, he could no longer play sports of any kind. -----------------

Most of the painters works were accidentally destroyed during World War II. Consequently, few of his paintings exist and his talents are less known. . Followed by ing/a noun: as a consequence of as a result of due to owing to Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: He could play sports as a result of breaking his leg while skiing in Aspen. Few of the painters paintings exist due to the destruction of most of his works during WWII. . Followed by a sentence: because since - as Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: Because he broke his leg while skiing in Aspen, he could no longer play sports of any kind. Few of the painters paintings exist as most of his works were destroyed during WWII. Comparison . Followed by a comma: similarly likewise in the same way Place: between sentences.

Examples: Dolphins are very intelligent animals, they show and ability to interact with humans. Similarly, Gorillas seem to be able -----------------____--to communicate with humans as well. . Followed by ing/a noun: like similar to Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: Similar to dolphins, seem to be able to communicate with humans.

Contrast . Followed by a comma: however nevertheless yet still on the contrary in contrast conversely Place: between sentences. Examples: Many people believe zoos are cruel. Yet, they still remain a popular attraction. He said he would help me. On the contrary, he gave evidence against me at court. . Followed by ing/a noun: despite despite of in spite of Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: Zoos remain a popular attraction despite their apparent cruelty to animals. In spite of saying he would help me, he gave evidence against me at court. . Followed by a sentence: although even though though Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: Zoos remain a popular attraction though many people believe they are cruel. Although he said he would help me, he gave evidence against me at court.

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. Followed by a comma: moreover besides (-) additionally in addition - furthermore Place: between sentences. Examples: Maria doesnt have anything to offer to this friendship. Besides, she would hurt anyone to get what she wants. The abalone shells were used as mixing bowls. In addition, they served as storage containers. . Followed by ing/a noun: in addition to as well as - besides (-) Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: Besides not having anything to offer to this friendship, Maria would hurt anyone to get what she wants. In addition to being used as mixing bowls, the abalone shells served as storage containers. The nurse takes care of children as well as old people. Condition . Followed by a sentence: if provided that when - as long as once (that)- on condition that - (-) unless (-) untilPlace: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Examples: You can play on the computer provided that you do your homework. You can play on the computer on condition that you do your homework. You cant play on the computer until you do your homework. You cant play on the computer unless you do your homework. Intention . Followed by a sentence: in order to so that so as to Place: In the beginning/middle of the sentence. Example: He kept always at his job so that he could spend more time with his daughters. In order to be the best at anything you must have raw talent and a lot of dedication. (no subject) She only befriended her so as to gain some favors. (no subject) Expressions . On the one hand , on the other hand: On the one hand, Sally is quite rude and loud. On the other hand, she has a great sense of humor and is very generous. . Either or: Either Peter or John took the book, they were the only one in the room. . Neither nor: This pizza is neither hot nor tasty. . Both and: My sister is both smart and intelligent. . Not only but also: Not only is she unintelligent but also stubborn. .So: He finished his homework, so did I. . Whereas: I like cars whereas my sister doesnt.