Logical Connector Practice

Activity 1: Correctly place the following logical connectors into their cohesive category
however additionally in fact a good example of this is whether
despite this conversely furthermore in contrast although
in conclusion moreover thus in brief on the contrary
similarly second for instance finally consequently
lastly in short since to illustrate to sum up
such as so as a result also overall
unless certainly due to first in the same way

Addition Contrast Sequence Example Consequence

E.g. in addition E.g. on the other hand E.g. to begin with E.g. for example E.g. therefore
in the same way however second a good example of this Thus
is
such as despite this finally as a result
to illustrate
additionally conversely first finally
furthermore on the contrary moreover consequently
although
furthermore so

Summary Emphasis Reason Compare Condition

E.g. To sum up E.g. obviously E.g. because E.g. in comparison to E.g. if. . . then
In conclusion Certainly due to in contrast Whether
to sum up in fact since similarly unless
lastly also
in short
in brief
Activity 2: Choose linking word that best shows the relationship between the sentences in each
extended definitopn. The first one has been done for you as an example.

Example: Biogas refers to a mixture of different gases produced by the breakdown of organic matter. It
can be controlled and can provide uninterrupted energy throughout the entire day. Furthermore,
(however, in contrast, furthermore) biogas represents an efficient energy storage capacity and can be
made available as a gas and in liquid form.
 

1. Diabetes is a disease in which the body can not produce or respond to insulin. The causes of diabetes
are easy to prescribe. ______ nevertheless ________ (nevertheless, for example, therefore) the cure for
it is not so easy to determine as everyone is different.

2. Inflation is a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money.
Rising wages are one of the primary causes of inflation. _____ therefore ___________ (however;
therefore, for example) the government needs to take action to control wages in order to control this
problem.

3. Weight is defined as a body's relative mass or the quantity of matter contained by it, In physics, the
weight of an object is the gravitational force with which Earth attracts it; _for example __, (moreover,
therefore, for example) if a man weighs 150 pounds, this means that Earth pulls him down with a force
of 150 pounds. ___ furthermore__ (furthermore, overall, first) The farther away from Earth a person
is, the less the gravitational force of Earth. _____ therefore ______________ a man weighs less when he
is 50,000 miles from Earth than when he is only 5,000 miles away. (in conclusion, therefore, however)

4. A tsunami is a tidal wave produced by an earthquake on the ocean floor. The waves are very long and
low in open water, but when they get close to land, they encounter friction because the water is shallow;
____ as a result _________, the waves increase in height and can cause considerable damage when they
finally reach land. (on the other hand, as a result, for example)
Activity 3. Write two sentences and make them cohesive through using the logical connector
provided. Grammar and spelling will be included in your score. All sentences should relate to your
degree (carrera).
1. (In addition)
The reason I decided to study my career is because I like the fact of applying the exact sciences in
medical subjects, in addition it has good opportunities in the professional field.
2. (However)
I chose to study biomedical engineering for all the things you can learn about solving medical problems,
however I think I made the wrong decision by not deciding to study medicine.
3. (A good example of this)
Biomedical engineering has many job opportunities because it is a new career, A good example of this is
the high demand due to few graduates of this career.
4. (Because)
I decided to study engineering because I am very interested in it applications and ,because medicine is a
very long career, and it takes a lot of time.
5. (For instance)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
6. (Despite this)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

7. (On the other hand)

Since I was a child I have liked medicine for all that it entails to study it, on the other hand in my current
career the fields of study are wider and more interesting.
8. (Moreover)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

9. (Thus)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
10. (Consequently)
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________

Activity 4. In the summary paragraph below, write in cohesive logical connectors for the blanks.
You do not need to write any commas.

also thus such as

because however unless
to begin for example although

THE LAST WORD IN LAVATORIES?

1)__ to begin ______, Toto is a leading Japanese manufacturer of bathroom ceramic ware, with
annual worldwide sales of around $5 billion. One of its best-selling ranges is the Washlet lavatory, priced
at up to $5,000 and used in most Japanese homes. This has many interesting features, 2) __ such as
_______a heated seat, no-touch flush, and can play a range of sounds. This type of toilet is successful in
its home market since many public buildings are small and crowded, and bathrooms provide valued
privacy, cleanliness, and comfort. Now, Toto hopes to increase its sales in Europe and America, where it
faces a variety of difficulties. 3)___ however _____ European countries tend to have their own rules
about lavatory design, so that different models have to be made for each market. 4)__ although ______
Toto claims that its Washlet toilet uses less water than the average model; one factor that may delay its
penetration into Europe. 5)___ thus _____, its need for an electrical socket for installations may further its
delay into Europe, as these are prohibited in bathrooms by most European building regulations.