ENGLISH CLASS​:

In today’s class we’ll have a deeper look at the​ ​connectors​ ​followed by an

exercise to​ ​practice​ the connectors along with some other things. After that we’ll move
to the​ ​reading​ ​
activity and as we proceed further we’ll do a ​speaking
activity. To finish it off we’ll have a look at the ​detective riddle​.
So brace yourself up...

Connectors:
Connectors of Addition, Connectors of Contrast, Connectors of Opinion,
Connectors of Exemplification & Connectors of Emphasising.

Connectors of Contrast​: They are used to show the contrast (difference) between two ideas in a
given sentence.
Ex: however, even though, nevertheless, despite of, in spite of, instead, notwithstanding, on the
other hand, alternatively, etc.

Connectors of Addition:​ They are used to add additional or extra information to a given idea in a
sentence.
Ex: Moreover, Furthermore, In addition, as well as, too, besides, etc.

Connectors of Opinion:​ They are used to give your opinions or views about something to
another person or a group of people. They play a major while discussing something or in
situations when you agree or disagree on certain stuff.
Ex: I think/believe/feel, in my opinion/view, it seems to me, as far as I’m concerned, from my
point of view, it seems obvious that, I’d say, etc.
Sentences:
1. I ​think/ believe/ feel ​women should be treated equally as men.
2. In my opinion/view,​ you should start educating yourself a bit more on this particular
topic.
3. It seems to me​ that she isn’t enjoying the party.
4. As far as I’m concerned ​he was the one who started fighting first.
5. From my point of view​ you should behave properly to be treated well.
6. It seems obvious that​ this was the right thing to do at that time.
7. I’d say​ that no matter how hard your life is, never lose hope.
Connectors of Exemplification: ​These are used when you want to explain or elaborate your idea
with examples so that the audience can have a better understanding of your argument.
Ex. for example, for instance, such as, like, in the case of, etc.
Sentences:
1. You can find a variety of stuff in that market. ​For example​, shoes, jewelry, clothes,
appliances, etc.
2. There are so many beautiful destinations to go for our honeymoon. Take Canada, ​for
instance.
3. There are a lot of things to keep in mind while packing for a picnic ​such as​ food,
tablecloth, baskets, water, etc.
4. People​ like​ you and Karen make me question humanity.
5. You should be more careful ​in case of v​ irus or bacterial infection.

Connectors of Emphasising:​ These connectors are used to highlight a particular thing about a
given idea.
Ex: In particular, notably, significantly, especially, above all, etc.
Sentences:
1. In my opinion/view, you should start educating yourself a bit more on this​ particular
topic.
2. The growth in this sector is ​notably​ higher than any other.
3. The prices have increased​ significantly ​due to high demand.
4. I like all sorts of food ​especially,​ ​Chinese and Mexican.
5. Above all​, you are a good human being.

Practice:
Make sentences for the following words or expressions:

❏ Give me a hand​, ​furthermore​, ​beautiful film- nevertheless- no idea​, ​however- party​,

​ bove all​, p
❏ despite- snowing- fun​, a ​ articular- film scene​, ​as far as I’m concerned​, ​I

❏ believe- abortion​, ​from my point of view- great job​, ​keep up the good work- even though​,

❏ in case of​,​ such as​,​ it seems obvious- plastic surgery​,​ especially.

SPEAKING:
Tell me what do you think of the following:
1. Women’s Struggles
2. Abortion
3. City life
4. Time
5. Anger
6. Wars

Describe the following pictures:

Find missing objects or things:

 Detective Riddles:

Murder at school

On the first day of school, someone murdered a history teacher. There were four people at
the school that the police suspected had done it: the landscaper, a math teacher, a
basketball coach, and the principal. These were their alibis:

The landscaper said he was outside mowing the lawn.

The math teacher said he was giving a mid-year test.

The basketball coach said he was running practice drills with his players.

The principal said she was in her office.

After giving their alibis, the police arrested the killer immediately. Who killed the history
teacher and how did the police know?
Guilty in court
A woman was in court for killing her husband. She said she wasn’t guilty and that she dearly
missed him. In the closing statement, the woman’s lawyer stands up and says, “Her
husband was just missing. Everyone looked at the doors. He’s going to walk through them
in about 30 seconds.”

The entire jury stares at the doors waiting for this woman’s husband to walk through the
doors. The lawyer and the woman stare at the jury.

The lawyer concludes by saying, “See! If you were so sure she killed her husband, you
wouldn’t be watching that door!”

The jury immediately gave a guilty verdict. Why?

READING EXERCISE:

You there, Beatriz?

Hang on, Andrew.

OK. What's up?

It's Caroline's birthday tomorrow.

Oh yeah, that's right!

You thought about what to get her?

You mean a present? Weren't you buying one from both of us?

I'm sorry! It totally slipped my mind!

And I'm working 'til late.

So …

Could you pick up a gift today?

I guess. What sort of thing were you thinking of?

Dunno. Got any ideas?

One sec. Phone.

OK, I'm back.

Just had an idea for a gift.

Go on.

New headphones?

Nah. Jeremy said he was getting her headphones.

OK. What then?

Have you seen those gift certificates for a spa? Maybe one of those?

She'd love that!

I'll pick it up today then.

Thanks a million. Appreciate it.

 No worries. See you tomorrow then?

Yep.

What time was it again? 4?

4.30. I can pick you up at your house if you like.

CU then.

Bye for now.

º º See you guys!

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