Clauses and logical connectorsOnline version Clauses and logical connectors by Elsa Adriana Restrepo 1 Inclusive classrooms are a priority for educators, as they are responsible for ensuring equal opportunities for all students. Written answer 2 Furthermore, the article contributes suggestions for inclusive practices in the language classroom and identifies gaps for future research. Written answer 3 Although grammar rules can be challenging, they are essential for accurate communication. Written answer 4 Learning a new alphabet can be difficult, ___ it is essential for understanding written texts. Choose one or more answers a although b but c yet d still Feedback 1 The connector "as" has several uses, depending on the context. Here are the main ones: Cause or reason – It means "because": "As it was raining, we stayed indoors." Time – It means "while" or "when": "As I was walking home, I saw an old friend." Comparison – It is used in expressions like "as...as": "She is as tall as her brother." So, "as" can connect ideas by showing cause, time, or comparison. (Taken from ChatGPT) 2 "furthermore" is used to add information that supports or strengthens a previous statement. It introduces an additional point that is related and reinforces what has already been said. (taken from ChatGPT) 3 Subordinate clause (introduced by "although"): grammar rules can be challenging Main clause: they are essential for accurate communication Function of "although": It shows that despite the difficulty of grammar rules (a negative or challenging aspect), they are still important (a positive or necessary aspect). It highlights a contrast or unexpected relationship between the two ideas. In short, "although" signals a contrast between a problem and a benefit. (ChatGPT) 4 Tone and Emphasis "But" and "yet" show simple contrast. "Still" adds emphasis to the second idea, almost like saying: Even so, it's important. "Although" makes the first idea subordinate to the main idea that follows. All four options indicate contrast, but: "Still" is the most suitable in this sentence structure and tone because it emphasizes the importance of the second idea in spite of the first. "But" and "yet" are grammatically correct here too. "Although" would need the sentence to be restructured. So while multiple answers show contrast, "still" fits best in that specific sentence structure for both grammatical and stylistic reasons.
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