This document discusses conjunctions and linking words that connect ideas and sentences. It explains that conjunctions have several functions such as contrasting information, making comparisons, and adding information or reasons. Using conjunctions incorrectly can change the meaning of a phrase and cause confusion. The document then provides examples of common conjunctions like "and", "also", "in addition", "as well as", "too", "besides", "furthermore", and "moreover" and their meanings and uses.

1. Nancy Paola Gallegos Aranda
English IX
10°A

2. Also known as "connectors" are words that link or relate two ideas within a
sentence (connecting two clauses) or within a paragraph (connecting two
sentences). We have already introduced this concept in a previous lesson
Conjunctions, now we go further into them.
The linking words or connectors, have several functions, such as contrast
information, make comparisons, add information or give reasons or
explanations. If we use these words incorrectly we can completely change the
meaning of the phrase and can cause confusion. Therefore, it is important to
have a good understanding of the different meanings and uses of these words.
By using linking words we improve English proficiency as they allow us to
express a more complex way. The following lessons provide an explanation of
the various functions to relate words and grammatical rules for use.

3. And
Translated as 'and', this linking is the most common word to add information.
"And" it is used in sentences, often separated by commas lists, although never a
comma is used before or after "and".
Example:
He loves sport. He plays football, basketball and tennis. (Le encanta el deporte.
Juega a fútbol, baloncesto y tenis).
Also
"Also," or 'also' in Spanish, it is used between the subject and the verb to give
additional information or for emphasis.
Example:
He also likes to ski. (También le gusta esquiar).

4. In Addition
Often it is the beginning of a sentence, "in addition" ('plus' in Spanish) is used
to add information to the previous sentence.
Example:
In addition to playing many sports, he coaches a handball team. (Además de
practicar muchos deportes, él entrena a un equipo de balonmano).
As well as
This linking word translated as 'plus' in Spanish, can be used at the beginning
or in the middle of a sentence.
Example:
He plays football as well as basketball. (Juega a fútbol además de baloncesto).

5. Too
"Too" can be found at the end of a sentence or between subject and verb; It means
'also'.
Example:
He plays tennis too. (Juega a tenis también).
Besides
Usually found at the beginning of a sentence, "besides" has a meaning similar to
"as well".
Example:
Besides playing many sports, he also coaches handball. (Además de practicar
muchos deportes, él también entrena balonmano).

6. Furthermore
This linking word translates as 'well', but is more formal. Adds additional
information to an idea and is usually found at the beginning of a sentence.
Example:
He loves sports for the excitement and competition. Furthermore, the exercise is
good for his health. (Le encantan los deportes emotivos y competitivos. Además,
el ejercicio es bueno para su salud).
Moreover
As "furthermore", this adds additional information to an idea and is usually
found at the beginning of a sentence.
Example:
He loves sports for the excitement and competition. Moreover, the exercise is
good for his health. (Le encantan los deportes emotivos y competitivos. Además,
el ejercicio es bueno para su salud).