2022/2 Essay Writing

Sentence Connectors

The independence clauses of a compound sentence can also be joined by a sentence connector such as furthermore, however, otherwise, and therefore. Sentence connectors are used frequently in formal writing to connect long causes. Punctuate the sentence by placing a semi colon (;) after the first clause and a comma (,) after the sentence connector.

A compound sentence is also formed with :

Independent Clause; +Sentence Connector, + Independent Clause

The sentence connector used to link the ideas of the two independent clauses in a compound sentence shows a logical relationship between the ideas expressed in the first clause and the idea expressed in the second clause. In the following compound sentence, for example, the first clause expreses an idea about bicycles as a form of transportation. The sentence connector furthermore tells the reader that an additional idea about transportation will be given in the second clause.

Some people are using bicycles for transportation; furthermore, others are joining carpools or taking public vehicles to get to  their destinations.

Following are examples of sentence connectors that are used to connect compound sentence.

Junior colleges offer preparation for the profession, business, and industry ; moreover, students may prepare for transfer to a university or college. (addition)

Manay Junior colleges do not provide dormitories; however, they provide housing referral service. (contrast)

Students must take the final exam; otherwise, they may be given the final grade of incomplete. (choice)

You can receive individual guidance from your counselor; therefore, you should take advantage of this service. ( result)

The following is a table of coordinating conjunctions and the sentence connectors that are used to form compound sentences:

COORDINATORS AND CONNECTORS