6. Confirming or rearranging appointments international school of finance technology and science


There are two main problems with the text. Firstly, because there are no linking words, the ideas appear unconnected


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There are two main problems with the text. Firstly, because there are no linking words, the ideas appear unconnected.

  • There are two main problems with the text. Firstly, because there are no linking words, the ideas appear unconnected.
  • The second problem occurs in the second paragraph, where the writer does not use a linking word to show the reader he is about to make a contrast between two sentences:
  • "All our products come with a year's guarantee. You may like to consider buying insurance."
  • As a result, the reader could find it difficult to see the connection between the two sentences.

Improved text:

  • Dear Mr Green
  • Please find enclosed the brochure you requested, containing information on the whole range of computers that we stock.
  • All our products come with a year's guarantee. However, you may like to consider buying insurance for some of the computers. In fact, we can give you favorable terms for insurance on laptops.
  • I hope that you find a computer suited to your needs. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like further information or if you have any other questions.
  • Yours sincerely
  • John Higgins
  • In this version, linking words have been used and the text is easier to follow.
  • Words such as "however" link two ideas and show a contrast between them. You
  • could also write "Although our products come with a year's guarantee, you may
  • like to consider buying insurance for some of the computers."

List of linking words and phrases Giving examples

  • For example
  • For instance
  • Namely
  • Namely This reference word allows you to introduce names and to be specific.
  • "The top-performing markets, namely Singapore, Malaysia and Japan, have
  • exceeded their budgets. Congratulations to all three sales teams!"

Adding information

  • And
  • In addition
  • As well as
  • As well
  • Also
  • Too
  • Furthermore
  • Moreover
  • Apart from
  • In addition to
  • Besides
  • In fact

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