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After writing a suitable topic sentence, we have to develop it. In other words,
we have to persuade the reader that what we have claimed in the topic sentence
is true. To do so, we can utilize coherence method. By coherence, we mean
there must be three elements in your text: connectors, explanations and reminders.
First of all, connectors come between two sentences to clarify their semantic relation.
A list of
connectors comes below.
| To show sequence | Firstly, secondly, next, then, afterwards, finally |
| To show contrast | However, nonetheless, still, on the other hand |
| To show result | Therefore, as a result, consequently, hence |
| To add an idea | Furthermore, besides, moreover, in addition |
For explanation, clauses may be used which are great means to extend our sentences.
| Type | Example | |
| Adjective clause | The boy whose money has been stolen cried. | |
| Adverb clause | So that I may find a better job, I moved to a bigger city. | |
| Noun clause | Whether he will pass the exam or not determines his future. |
Reminders are synonyms, antonyms and whatever that conveys the same meaning
which is presented in Y of the topic sentence (X is Y). In the following paragraph, the
harmony among connectors, clauses and reminders to support TS are depicted.
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Traveling is advantageous in many ways. First of all, it broadens our horizon thanks to the fact that we experience other places and cultures. Besides, it makes us more tolerable towards the differences and oddities which we may come across in our life. Finally, it brings about economic flourish in remote areas to which tourists travel. To sum up, tourism can be beneficial both for the tourist and others. |
The outline of the paragraph above comes below.
TS: Traveling is advantageous
Support (1): it broadens our horizon
Support (2): it makes us more tolerable
Support (3): it causes economic flourish
RTS: Tourism can be beneficial
A second sample is here to for more scrutiny
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Traveling by train is delightful. First of all, you may have all the privacy of a cabin if you pay a bit more. Besides, the window through which you can see outside provide you with a myriad of panoramic views as though you are watching a documentary film full of frames. And finally, trains provide you with the convenience of restrooms, restaurant and café which are of necessity, especially when the destination is far ahead. To conclude, trains travel more conveniently. |