Grammar : Linking words(图)
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Pat: It's tough to stay consistent. I often feel drained after finishing my homework.
MoMo: I make time for running every day. As long as I prioritize my health, everything else falls into place.
Pat: I should start too. Although it's tough, the benefits are worth it.
MoMo: On account of my exercises, I've seen improvements in focus and mood. Consequently, I have become more focused in my studies.
Pat: That's motivating. I'll give it a try. As long as we stay committed, positive changes will follow.
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Linking words are like the glue that holds different sentences together, and make our writing more fluent and readable.
As long as
To talk about a condition or requirement that must be met for something else to happen.
E.g. You can play outside as long as you finish your homework first.
Although
To show a contrast or introduce a different idea than what is expected.
E.g. I wanted to go for a walk, although it was raining outside.
On account of
To indicate the reason or cause behind an action or situation.
E.g. The meeting was cancelled on account of bad weather.
Consequently
To indicate the logical result or effect following from the last sentence.
E.g. The team put in extra effort; consequently, they won the championship.
■Gear up
(Suggested answers on next text)
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words.
1. The recent bad performance of the football team is _______ the injuries to the major players.
2. The water will turn into a gas _______ the temperature reaches 100℃.
3. She accepted the job offer _______ it required relocating to a new city.
4. The team lost the game, _______, they were eliminated from the tournament.
■Glossary
consistent (adj) 坚持
drained (adj) 疲累
prioritise (v) 优先考虑
committed (adj) 坚定的
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[Smarties' Power English 第455期]