[yunghamz]

One of my main problems when writing an essay is the ability to link one paragraph to the next. I have picked out all my factors and i can see the connections between them but i spend too much time on thinking about the perfect sentence which could connect these factors. So could you please provide me with some examples of linking sentences or evaluating comments that i could connect or end each paragraph with.

Thank you.

[MrJohnDClare]

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whatever, if, meanwhile, moreover, nonetheless, for, while, when, as, therefore, however, so, although, besides, since, consequently, furthermore, henceforward, until, notwithstanding, whereas, because, after, nevertheless, alternatively, yet, alternatively, thus, on the one hand... on the other hand, it can be seen from this that, firstly.. secondly... finally, <two> further points need to be considered, in addition, aside from this, further to this, for instance, an example of this can be seen in, to return to the point, by contrast, in conclusion, as a result, to sum up

(See also this simple grid and/or this table.)

I found this article interesting.

Most of this - apart from being firm with yourself in the exam - is to do with the planning of your answer.
If you map out your answer, paragraph by paragaph befire you start writing, that your ideas follow a logical sequence, then the connectives/connective phrases which link the paragraphs will become easily apparent.

Are you sure that this snlt just a confidence thing - Im sure you know what to do and how to do it - perhaps all you need is a bit more self-confidence to 'bash on'!

[yunghamz]

It could have been lack of confidence that started to get me worried but nonetheless these links you have provided me with have really helped, it was exactly what i was looking for. It could be just a boost of confidence but now i just feel i am partly ready for the exam.

Thanks, this really helped.