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Identify which of the following are examples of linking phrases:
Identify which of the following are examples of linking phrases:
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The correct option is B Secondly,...
Linking words and phrases connect clauses or sentences to form a logical sequence.Option B: 'Secondly' is a linking word as it connects two sentences. 'Secondly' is a continuation to a statement beginning with 'firstly'. Hence option B is correct.Options A, C and D: 'This essay argues', 'this paper reviews' and 'in conclusion' begin a topic, an introduction or conclusion in an essay. It does not connect to a previous sentence.Hence options A, C and D are wrong.
Linking words and phrases connect clauses or sentences to form a logical sequence.
Option B: 'Secondly' is a linking word as it connects two sentences. 'Secondly' is a continuation to a statement beginning with 'firstly'. Hence option B is correct.
Options A, C and D: 'This essay argues', 'this paper reviews' and 'in conclusion' begin a topic, an introduction or conclusion in an essay. It does not connect to a previous sentence.
Hence options A, C and D are wrong.
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