Discourse Markers exercises — Set 2: Sequencing, Exemplification & Summarising Markers (Worksheet)

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There are several reasons why I disagree. , the cost is far too high.

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Many countries celebrate spring festivals — , Holi in India and Songkran in Thailand.

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, I believe that the advantages of remote work clearly outweigh the disadvantages.

4

The exam covers four language skills, reading, writing, listening, and speaking.

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, let's consider the environmental impact. Secondly, we need to look at the cost.

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Some students find grammar boring. I, , think it can be fascinating.

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The city has excellent public transport, buses, trams, and an underground system.

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, the results show that regular exercise improves both physical and mental health.

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First, preheat the oven to 180°C. , mix the flour and sugar in a large bowl.

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There are many ways to reduce stress — , going for a walk, listening to music, or meditating.

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, we looked at the causes of climate change. Now let's examine the possible solutions.

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The festival features live music and dance performances. It also includes food stalls from around the world. , it is a celebration of cultural diversity.

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, add the eggs and mix well. Finally, pour the batter into the tin and bake for 30 minutes.

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Several factors contribute to air pollution, vehicle emissions, factory waste, and burning fossil fuels.

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, despite some drawbacks, the new policy has been a success.

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The report identified three key problems, a lack of funding, poor communication, and staff shortages.

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Firstly, the plan is too expensive. , it would take too long to implement.

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The town has a lot to offer visitors. , the old castle attracts thousands of tourists every year.

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We discussed the budget, the timeline, and the staffing plan. , I think we have covered all the key points.

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The government must invest more in renewable energy. , it should encourage companies to reduce carbon emissions.

Discourse Markers exercises online (Worksheet)

Practise discourse markers that organise text: sequencing words (firstly, secondly, finally, to begin with), exemplification markers (for example, for instance, such as, namely), and summarising expressions (in conclusion, to sum up, overall, all in all). These markers are essential for essays, presentations, and academic writing.