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Making Connections 1 and 2

This document discusses understanding pronoun references and additional information connectors in academic texts. It explains that personal and demonstrative pronouns can refer to ideas rather than specific nouns. Examples are given of pronoun references and additional information connectors like "and", "in addition", and "also" and how to identify the original idea and additional information. The document aims to help readers apply this knowledge of pronouns and connectors in new contexts.

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Making Connections 1 and 2

This document discusses understanding pronoun references and additional information connectors in academic texts. It explains that personal and demonstrative pronouns can refer to ideas rather than specific nouns. Examples are given of pronoun references and additional information connectors like "and", "in addition", and "also" and how to identify the original idea and additional information. The document aims to help readers apply this knowledge of pronouns and connectors in new contexts.

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MAKING

CONNECTIONS
Unit 1, p. 31-32
Unit 2, p. 63-64
Outline
• Understanding personal pronouns and demonstrative
pronouns in academic reading.

• Understanding pronoun references and how to find them.

• Understanding the addition relationship: what it means


and how to find it.

• Applying this knowledge in new reading contexts.


Understanding pronoun references
Unit 1, p. 31-32
• Personal pronouns

• Demonstrative pronouns
Personal pronouns
Demonstrative pronouns in spoken
English
Demonstrative in academic reading
In academic texts, ‘this’ and ‘that’ can be used to refer to an
idea, not a specific noun.

• There was a long line of trucks and cars at the border


crossing. This delayed the tour bus for 3 hours

• We’re going to eat first and then go to the film. Are you
happy with that?
Answers
Additional information connectors, p.63
What is the relationship between the sentences/clauses in the
following examples:
Find the original idea, connector and the additional information

• High level positions are stressful at times, and they can be


harmful to your health. In any case, there is a price to pay for
success.

• We've completely redone our living room with hardwood floors.


In addition, we've put in new windows to bring in more light.

• He's an excellent tennis player. Also, he plays golf like a


professional.
Answers
• High level positions are stressful at times, and they can
be harmful to your health. In any case, there is a price to
pay for success.

• We've completely redone our living room with hardwood


floors. In addition, we've put in new windows to bring in
more light.

• He's an excellent tennis player. Also, he plays golf like a


professional.
Additional information connectors:
• And
• In addition
• Furthermore
• Moreover
• Also
• Another / other /others
• Etc.
Answers

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