Connectives-The-Glue-of-English.pptx grade 7

Connective slide for 7th graders

1. Connectives: The Glue of English Connectives are the essential linguistic tools that link ideas, create cohesion, and guide the flow of thought in written and spoken English. They are the unsung heroes, quietly weaving the fabric of our language. by Jacob Daniel

2. The Importance of Connectives 1 Coherence Connectives help create a sense of logical progression and coherence in writing and speech. 2 Clarity They guide the reader or listener, making the intended relationships between ideas clear. 3 Concision Effective use of connectives can make your writing and speaking more concise and impactful.

3. Types of Connectives Conjunctions Words like 'and', 'but', 'because' that join clauses and sentences. Transitions Phrases like 'in addition', 'on the other hand' that signal relationships between ideas. Prepositions Words like 'in', 'on', 'with' that indicate spatial, temporal, or logical relationships.

4. Conjunctions 1 Coordinating Connect equal grammatical elements, like 'and', 'but', 'or'. 2 Subordinating Introduce dependent clauses, like 'because', 'since', 'if'. 3 Correlative Work in pairs, like 'both...and', 'not only...but also'.

5. Transitions Sequence Indicate order, like 'first', 'next', 'finally'. Comparison Show similarities and differences, like 'similarly', 'on the other hand'. Cause & Effect Demonstrate relationships, like 'as a result', 'therefore'.

6. Prepositions Spatial Indicate location, direction, or position, like 'in', 'on', 'under'. Temporal Denote time relationships, like 'before', 'during', 'after'. Logical Express abstract relationships, like 'despite', 'because of', 'in terms of'.

7. Relative Pronouns Who Refers to people Which Refers to things Where Refers to places When Refers to time

8. Effective Use of Connectives Vary your connectives Use a range to create a natural flow. Consider context Choose connectives that fit the relationships between ideas. Placement matters Position connectives strategically for maximum impact.