2. To join elements within a sentence or sentences within a text we use conjunctions,
prepositions, adverbs and adverbial expressions called “connectors” or “linkers”.
3. • Moreover / furthermore (formal use, above all in written language) / what’s more
(more informal) intensify a discussion by adding further information or idea.
He was sentenced to six months. Moreover, he had to pay a big fine.
• also / besides (that) / in addition to that besides / in addition to + verb in ING form.
The house is large and comfortable and, what’s more it has a nice garden.
I don’t want to spend so much money on a dress; besides it is not even the color I prefer.
You shouldn’t eat so much and, in addition to that, you should take more exercise.
Besides being clever, he is also generous.
4. • Comparative function
It wasn’t as easy as I thought it would be.
• as...as..., followed by adjective or adverbs, expreses a similarity.
• as... / like followed by subject + verb
When in Rome, do as the Romans do.
We danced like we had never danced before.
•Than..., followed by adjective or adverbs, expresses a comparison.
The place is better than we expected.
5. • Conditional function
• as if / as though...
• if, in case, provided / providing, unless
I will drive provided you tell me the way.
He turned pale as if he had been frightened.
