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In IELTS, it is important to "use a range of cohesive devices appropriately", according to the Band Descriptors for writing. In this quiz you will write using CDs.

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What are the common CDs of comparison we studied?

Also, Equally, Similarly, Likewise, Compared With

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What are the common CDs of addition we studied?

And, Also, Furthermore, Too, What is more/What's more

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What are the common CDs of Exemplification we studied?

For Example, For Instance, To Illustrate, Such As, Namely

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What are the common CDs of sequencing we studied?

First, Second, Next, Then, After

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Using a CD or CDs, describe your daily routine.

Any Acceptable

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What type of CD would be best for describing daily routines?

Sequencing

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What type of CD would be best for extending an idea into a story?

Exemplification

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What type of CD would be best for talking about how two things are related or similar?

Comparison

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What type of CD would be best for listing facts/ideas/points?

Addition

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Using a CD or CDs, write about a childhood memory.

Any Acceptable

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Using a CD or CDs, write a quick email to a friend and ask them to buy you some groceries.

Any Acceptable

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Using a CD or CDs, write a quick email to an acquaintance and explain to them how to make a cup of coffee.

Any Acceptable

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Using a CD or CDs, write a quick email to a friend and tell them about a movie you saw, and how it is like another movie you also saw.

Any Acceptable.

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What is a Cohesive Device?

A word or phrase that links or creates a relationship between two ideas - or - Any Acceptable

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Why do we use Cohesive Devices?

To add variety to our speech - or - Any Acceptable

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Using a CD or CDs, describe how we can improve the environment.

Any Acceptable

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