Writing Connectors for Clear Essays – Teacher Answers

Teacher answer key

1. Warm-up: answers will vary.
2. Vocabulary: accept accurate contextual meanings.
3. Reading / grammar: Comprehension: 1) They show relationships between ideas. 2) However / In contrast. 3) Therefore, Consequently, As a result. 4) It is easier to use them accurately and confidently. 5) It accurately shows the relationship between ideas. Grammar: 1 Therefore / Consequently / As a result; 2 However / In contrast; 3 In addition / Furthermore; 4 For example.
4. Listening script: “A strong paragraph often starts with a clear main point. The writer then adds a reason, gives an example and explains the result. Connectors help the reader follow each step without becoming confused.”
5. Speaking, something fun and writing: answers will vary.

Puzzle/Game: answers will vary. Encourage students to use lesson vocabulary and explain their choices.

Success criteria: this is a student self-check. No single answer is required.

For open-ended tasks, accept different answers when students can explain or support them clearly.