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which option describes cohesion in writing?
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Cohesion in writing is the use of words and grammatical devices that link sentences and parts of a text so ideas flow clearly and the relationships between them are easy to follow.
Common cohesive devices:
- Reference: pronouns and demonstratives (he, this, those) that point back or forward to something.
- Conjunctions and transitions: and, but, however, therefore, meanwhile.
- Lexical cohesion: repeating key words, using synonyms, or related vocabulary.
- Substitution and ellipsis: replacing or omitting words to avoid repetition (Do you want coffee? — Yes, please.).
- Parallel structure and consistent tense/point of view.
Example (weak → strong):
- Weak: "Sarah bought a car. The car is blue. It is fast."
- Stronger (more cohesive): "Sarah bought a car. It’s blue and fast."
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Common cohesive devices:
- Reference: pronouns and demonstratives (he, this, those) that point back or forward to something.
- Conjunctions and transitions: and, but, however, therefore, meanwhile.
- Lexical cohesion: repeating key words, using synonyms, or related vocabulary.
- Substitution and ellipsis: replacing or omitting words to avoid repetition (Do you want coffee? — Yes, please.).
- Parallel structure and consistent tense/point of view.
Example (weak → strong):
- Weak: "Sarah bought a car. The car is blue. It is fast."
- Stronger (more cohesive): "Sarah bought a car. It’s blue and fast."
If you have answer choices, paste them and I’ll pick which one matches this description.
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