Cohesive Devices

What is Cohesive Device?

• A cohesive device is a word, phrase, or
grammatical structure that connects ideas
within a sentence, paragraph, or even an
entire text. They act like bridges, creating
smooth transitions and ensuring that your
writing flows logically and coherently.
 Functions of Cohesive Devices

• Signal Relationships:
-They show how sentences relate to each other, whether
they are adding information (e.g., “furthermore”),
contrasting ideas (e.g., “however”), or providing a result
(e.g., “therefore”).
• Improve Readability:
- By creating a clear flow, cohesive devices make your
writing easier to understand for the reader
• Organize Your Thoughts:
- Using these devices helps you structure your
arguments and guide the reader through your
message.

Emphasize Key Points:

-Certain devices can highlight important ideas you
want the reader to focus on.
 Examples of cohesive devices categorized by
their function:
• Sequencing:
• -Firstly, secondly, next, then, finally, afterwards, meanwhile
Adding Information:
-Additionally, furthermore, moreover, besides, in addition to, as well as
Contrasting Ideas:
- However, conversely, on the other hand, yet, in contrast, although
Causal Relationships:
-Because, since, therefore, consequently, hence, as a result
Emphasis:
-Indeed, in fact, importantly, of course, undoubtedly
 Activity :
Which word or phrase best connects two sentences about enjoying a movie but finding the ending
disappointing?
A) therefore
b) however
c) next
d) finally
What cohesive device is used in the phrase “The park was crowded, yet we managed to find a quiet
spot under a tree.”?
A) synonym
b) pronoun
c) contrast
d) emphasis
Which phrase best introduces a concluding sentence summarizing the main points of a paragraph?
A) for example
b) in the first place
c) in addition to
d) in conclusion

4. What is the function of the pronoun “it” in the sentence “The book was fascinating. It kept me up all night
reading.”?
A) to introduce a new idea
b) to emphasize the importance of the book
c) to refer back to a previously mentioned noun
d) to show a sequence of events

5. Which word or phrase can be used to connect two sentences describing different historical events?
A) therefore
b) because
ASSIGNMENT:

CREATE 5 SENTENCES
USING THE DIFFERENT
COHESIVE DEVICE