1. Search for the meaning of the following connectors:
Hence
Whereas
Thus
Indeed
In particular
On the other hand
On the one hand... On the other hand
2. Once you've learned their meaning and use, create 1 sentence for each. Your sentences should not be too similar to other students' answers.
3. Don't forget to identify the connector type. (contrast, emphasis, reason, purpose, etc.)
She studied diligently every night; hence, she passed the exam with flying colors.(reason)
John loves outdoor activities, whereas his sister prefers staying indoors with a good book.(contrast)
The weather was terrible, thus we decided to cancel the picnic.(reason)
The concert was amazing, indeed it was one of the best performances i've ever seen. (emphasis)
I enjoy many sports, but in partucular, I love playing tennis. (emphasis)
She enjoys trap music, on the other hand, her brother prefers rock. (contrast)
Studying abroad can be expensive, on the other hand, it offers invaluable experiences and opportunities. (contrast)
You didn't reach the expected goal for this year. Hence, you must be fired. (reason)
Joseph did many tasks, whereas Mark didn't nothing that we ask for. (contrast)
Is essential to avoid running out of battery. Thus, we can solve this issue by (until) 6pm. (reason)
Indeed, this new marketing strategy is interesting and can be useful. (emphasis)
When I was young, I used to play a plenty of games. In particular, horror games like Silent Hill and Resident Evil. (alternatives for don't use "games" twice) (emphasis)
On the one hand, we have an agreement to work for a week in Paris. In the other hand, It's possible to work for a month in Lisbon. You must decide by 2 pm. (contrast)
Pereira passed the final exam, on the other hand, the whole class failed. (contrast) Julia woke up late, hence she didn't go to school. (reason) He played video games, whereas his friends studied. (contrast) He got ten in all tests, indeed a genius. (emphasis)
HENCE - He's just got a pay rise, hence the new car. (reason)
WHEREAS - He works slowly and precisely whereas I tend to rush things and make mistakes. (Contrast)
THUS - Exercise made us more hungry and thus our food supplies ran out.
(reason)
INDEED - Evidence suggests that errors may indeed be occurring.(emphasis)
IN PARTICULAR - The situation in rural areas in particular is worrying.(emphasis)
On the other hand - It was an unfortunate experience, but, on the other hand, one can learn from one's mistakes. (contrast
On the one hand... On the other hand - On the one hand, I feel guilty for not inviting him. One the other hand, he always makes a fool of himself. (contras)
HENCE: I was feeling bad, hence, I wasn't there.
WHEREAS: I was playing in the street, whereas, my mother was making dinner.
THUS: I was in doubt, thus, I called the teacher
INDEED: Indeed, I took your food.
ON THE OTHER HAND: I would, but on the other hand, I would leave my dog alone.
ON THE ONE HAND... ON THE OTHER HAND: On the one hand, I would enjoy it, on the other hand, my mother would be left with no one.
Hence: They woke up earlier hence now they are tired. (reason)
Whereas: Whereas I work he sleeps. (contrast)
Thus: They had swim's class when kids thus they know swim very well. (reason)
Indeed: Indeed this is a great movie for the oscar indication. (emphasis)
In particular: I need to talk with her in particular. (emphasis)
On the other hand: Carlos needs to buy a new car, on the other hand, he has no money now. (Contrast)
On the one hand... On the other hand: On the one hand, she has money on the other hand she is sad. (contrast)
Hence > He was too addicted to that game, hence he had to go to the hospital. (reason)
Whereas > All my friends like to play Fortnite and Valorant, whereas I like to play CS:GO. (contrast)
Thus > That guy was AFK, thus the enemies invaded the site very easily. (reason)
Indeed > We shouldn't have transferred the money unless we knew who indeed was the owner of the account. / This mechanical keyboard I bought, was not too expensive indeed (emphasis)
In particular > We should start this project, in particular the programming area. (emphasis)
On the other hand > This homework is not very hard, on the other hand, we have to deliver it in half an hour. (contrast)
On the one hand... On the other hand > On the one hand, I want to eat some pizza, on the other hand, I'll throw away many of my training weeks. (contrast)
Hence - (reason) He drank too much and hence got drunk and passed out.
Whereas - (Contrast) All of my sisters are doctors, whereas I am a teacher.
Thus - (reason) She did well in high school and thus will get into a good college.
Indeed - (emphasis)The meal was very expensive indeed.
In particular - (emphasis) He socialized with the other young people, one boy in particular
On the other hand - (Contrast) I want to go to the party, but on the other hand I ought to be studying
On the one hand... On the other hand - (Contrast) On one hand, I'd like to go out tonight, but on the other hand, I need to be at work very early tomorrow.
She was born with brown hair on the other hand, her parents both have black hair. (Contrast)
All my parents are tall whereas im short. (Comparison)
They are teachers, thats why they can't tell us if they favour one student in particular. (reason)
His father was brasilian, hence his name, João. (reason)
I was feeling hungry, and thus I made myself a sandwich. (reason)
We live in technology times indeed. (emphasis)
He must be about 60, whereas his wife looks about 30 (contrast) What in particular did you like about the last apartament that we saw? (Emphasis)
That car is great; on the other hand, it is too expensive. (Contrast)