1. Discovering sentence styles & structures for successful writing
what is a sentence?
simple sentences
compound sentences
complex sentences
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
For essays and assignments
For business

2. A sentence is a complete thought.
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A sentence is…
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A sentence is a complete thought.
A sentence is one ‘unit’ of thought that should be complete in sense and structure.
A sentence should be written with the correct punctuation marks and word order.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
One sentence is one thought or idea.

3. A sentence should start with a capital letter…
Tony loves Lucy!
I am very busy at work.
He is hoping to go travelling.
Where are we going?
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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4. …and end with: a full stop . a question mark ? an exclamation mark !
Different types of sentence:
a statement is a sentence that ends in a full stop
an exclamation is a sentence that ends with an exclamation
mark (to show feeling)
a question is a sentence that begins with a questioning word
and ends in a question mark.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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5. Complete the sentence.
Type the correct end of sentence punctuation into the box (. ! ?)
to make the following sentences make sense.
Are you coming shopping
Where is James going
Let’s get food – I’m starving
Sarah has gone to the bank
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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Click here to look at questions

6. Writing questions
Type the best questioning word into the box to complete these questions
if why when where who how is are
are we going to meet tonight?
much will it cost?
else is coming to the park?
you glad you came to college today?
old are you?
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Click here to learn about the subject and verb
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7. For a sentence to be complete it should have a subject and a verb.
Hazel loves to eat pizza.
Park Lane college is ace!
I enjoy learning.
My car is very old.
The subject is who
or what the sentence is
about, for example:
Tom loves to eat pasta.
Tom is the subject.
Activity:
type the subject of each
sentence into each box and
then get your work checked by your
tutor.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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Click here to learn about the subject and verb

8. For a sentence to be complete it should have a subject and a verb.
A verb is a ‘doing’
or ‘being’ word, for
example:
Tom is happy.
Tom rides his
bicycle.
I am happy.
is, rides and am
are the verbs.
Activity:
type the verb from each sentence into each box and
then ask your tutor to check your work.
Sheila cooks tea.
Jamil likes beer.
Angela loves Roy.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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Revision on complete sentences - checklist

9. Does my sentence start with a capital letter?
Does my sentence end with a full stop, exclamation mark or a question mark?
Does my sentence include a main subject (the person or thing being written about)
Does my sentence have a verb (a doing word e.g. cook, eat, write, study, speak, go, run,) or a ‘being’ word e.g. am, is, was, are)
To check if you have written a complete sentence ask yourself the following questions:
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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10. Simple sentences Here are some examples of simple sentences:
My name is Anna. I am nineteen years old. I come from
Ghana. I like to dance.
Write a simple sentence to answer each question:
What is your favourite hobby (what do you do for fun?)
Who is your favourite film actor / actress?
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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11. Conjunctions for writing compound sentences
Activity on compound sentences
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Conjunctions for writing compound sentences
A compound sentence is made up of two simple sentences joined together. They are joined using the co-ordinate conjunctions:
and, but, so, for, nor, yet, so
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Example:
Michael likes his work. (simple sentence)
Michael works hard. (simple sentence)
Michael likes his job and works hard. (compound sentence)

12. Make the following into compound sentences using either
and, for, nor, but, so, yet – look at how the meaning of
the sentences change!
Bill was sad. Dave was happy.
Bill was sad Dave was happy.
Edna was in love. Tim was not in love.
Edna was in love Tim was not in love.
Asia likes Chinese food. Karen likes Indian food.
Asia likes Chinese food Karen likes Indian food.
Asia likes going to the movies. Karen likes going to
the movies too.
Asia likes going to the movies Karen likes going to the movies
too.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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13. Complex sentences
A complex sentence is usually made up of an independent clause (that
would make sense on its own) joined by one or more dependent
clauses (could not be a sentence on their own).
The meaning of these sentences is shown by the relationship between
the dependent clause and the independent clause (often shown by the
use of a subordinating conjunction).
Example:
Since I came back from my holiday, I have had a horrible cold.
He left the office early (independent), bought a paper (dependent)
and had a leisurely lunch (dependent clause).
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Conjunctions for complex sentences
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Writing complex sentences

14. Writing complex sentences using subordinate conjunctions
1. What is your main reason for coming to
college?
I come to college because
2. What is your favourite food?
My favourite food is because / as .
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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15. More on conjunctions subordinate conjunctions
These conjunctions explain why: because as since
Question: Why are you so happy today?
Answer: I am happy because the sun is
shining!
Answer: As it’s my birthday today, I’m
buying a new car!
Answer: Since it’s my birthday, I’m going to the salon.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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More on conjunctions

16. More on conjunctions subordinate conjunctions
These conjunctions are to do with time ( when):
after, when and since.
Question: Are you doing anything nice this evening?
Answer: When I have done all of my work, I will go to the
cinema.
After I have finished my work, I will go running.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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Writing complex sentences

17. Writing for business Points to consider:
you need to have a clear idea of what you want to say (make a plan)
you need to be concise (brief)
you need to proof-read and revise your writing
avoid ‘flowery’ language (overly descriptive)
there are ‘stock phrases’ that you can use (see common phrases)
think about your format: are you writing a report, a memo, an or a letter?
think carefully about who you are writing to
use formal language – i.e. do not use contractions (shortened words e.g. it’s, I’ve, you’ve, we’ve, don’t etc.)
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Study common phrases
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18. Common phrases for business writing
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Reason for writing
Enclosing (including) documents
I am writing to enquire about…
Please find enclosed…
I am writing to request…
I am enclosing…
I am writing to confirm…
Enclosed you will find…
I am writing with reference to…
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
More common phrases

19. Common phrases for business writing
More on formal writing
Common phrases for business writing
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Making requests…
Ways to finish…
I would be grateful if…
I look forward to hearing from you.
I would appreciate…
I look forward to your reply / response.
Could you possibly…?
Please do not hesitate to contact me /us with any questions / enquiries.
Thank you for your time.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes

20. How to address people People you know… People you don’t know…
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People you know…
People you don’t know…
Dear Mr. Smith
Dear Ms. Smith (if you don’t know of their marital status)
Dear Mrs. Smith
Dear Sir / Madam,
Dear Miss Smith
To whom it may concern,
Dear Ms. Smith
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
More on formal writing

21. How to finish a formal letter
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People you know…
People you don’t know…
Yours sincerely,
Yours faithfully,
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Business writing summary

22. Business writing home page Activity:
fill in the boxes with the missing parts of the letter.
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Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes

23. Writing assignments / essays
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Points to consider:
essay writing is about arguing a point.
usually, there is a key question to be answered and you
must refer back to this throughout your writing.
in an essay you may have to put forward other people’s
views, and then argue a case for your own.
it is useful to think about topic sentences and link sentences
for essay writing to help to structure your argument in a clear way.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Click below for link
Topic sentences
Concluding sentences
Link sentences
Useful phrases

24. The topic sentence Example: The topic sentence is usually the first
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Example:
Billy is a brilliant driving instructor and has a lot of experience. Billy has
taught hundreds of students to drive over the past
seven years. They liked him for his patience, his
skill and his great sense of humour. These qualities
have enabled him to have a successful career.
The topic sentence is
usually the first
sentence in any
paragraph and it
Introduces the main
point of that
paragraph.
The concluding
sentence ‘sums up’
that main point.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
More on concluding sentences

25. Concluding sentences Write a concluding sentence for the
following paragraph:
I like all sorts of fruit. I eat strawberries,
apples, oranges, pears, blueberries and
apricots. I prefer strawberries to pears
because they are sweeter. I eat fruit for breakfast
and with my lunch.
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
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26. Link sentences Each paragraph needs to be linked to the
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Each paragraph needs to be linked to the
one before. This will make your writing ‘flow’ and your
arguments will be easier to follow.
Link sentences can act as a bridge between your
paragraphs, linking one idea to the next.
Examples of link sentence following on from the last
paragraph on ‘fruit’ might be:
I like fruit very much, but there are also many other foods
that I enjoy including…
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes
Click here for some useful phrases for structuring an argument

27. Useful phrases I would argue that… In my opinion… It is my view that…
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I would argue that…
In my opinion…
It is my view that…
There is evidence to suggest that…
Furthermore…
Interestingly…
Kindly contributed to the Adult Basic Skills Resource Centre by Jennifer Baines, Park Lane College, Leeds.
July 2006.
Various sections cover the following curriculum links:
Ws/E1.1 Construct a simple sentence
Ws/E2.1 Construct simple and compound sentences, using common conjunctions to connect two clauses (and, as, but)
Ws/E3.1 Ws/L1.1 Write in complete sentences
Ws/E3.3 L1.3 L2.4 Use punctuation correctly
Ws/L2.1 Construct complex sentences
Wt/L1.3 L2.3 Present information in a logical sequence, using paragraphs where appropriate
Wt/L1.4 Use language suitable for purpose and audience
Wt/L2.5 Use formal and informal language appropriate to purpose and audience
Wt/L2.6 Use different styles of writing for different purposes