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In this episode we will look at the various functions of sentences in English.
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Quiz text and answer sheet
Study Node - Language Functions:
When responding to IELTS Task 2 questions, whether it is the academic or general
training module, it is important to present a well-focused and well-developed
essay in which all aspects of the task are addressed.
In building an argument, it is necessary to support your position, opinions or
ideas with facts, explanations, contrasts, reasons, suggestions etc.
These are some of the different functions of sentences which support and
connect your ideas meaningfully, and make your writing more convincing and
interesting.
The attached study notes
contain examples of the more common sentence functions.
IELTS Study Tips:
It is important to be in command and aware of a range of sentence functions in
English. This helps you build your argument and form coherent paragraphs.
In IELTS and academic writing it is necessary to extend and expand your ideas
with reasons, arguments and examples, which should also be appropriate and
relevant.
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