SEMAINE 20 – JOUR 2 Vocabulaire + Listening
SEMAINE 20 · JOUR 2 · VOCABULAIRE + LISTENING
Connectors for Writing
Consolidation & Written Expression
👋 Introduction
Hier, tu as commencé ton Writing Project.
Aujourd'hui, tu vas apprendre :
👉 à relier tes idées
👉 à écrire de façon plus naturelle et logique
👉 à enrichir ton expression écrite
Regardez cette vidéo, lisez le cours et faites l'exercice d'application en bas.
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📄 Transcript
➕ Addition — Ajouter une idée
furthermore — "Furthermore, studying English opens many doors." Soutient l'idée précédente avec plus de force. Toujours en début de phrase.
moreover — "Moreover, it improves your confidence." Ajoute un point encore plus fort. Synonyme de "furthermore".
in addition (to) — "In addition to grammar, you must practise speaking." "In addition to" + nom/gérondif. "In addition" seul = en début de phrase.
besides — "Besides, it is not that difficult." Plus informel. Signifie "de plus / en plus de cela".
also — "English is also spoken in many African countries." Placé avant le verbe principal (ou après "be"). Jamais en début de phrase formelle.
🔄 Opposition / Contraste
however — "However, not everyone agrees with this idea." Début de phrase, suivi d'une virgule. Jamais au milieu avec "but".
although / even though — "Although it is difficult, she never gives up." Suivi d'une clause complète (sujet + verbe). "Even though" = plus emphatique.
despite / in spite of — "Despite the difficulties, he succeeded." Suivi d'un NOM ou gérondif, JAMAIS d'une clause (pas de sujet+verbe après).
on the other hand — "On the other hand, some students prefer French." Introduit un point de vue contraire. Toujours en début de phrase.
💡 Cause & Conséquence
because / since — "She passed because she studied hard." "Because" = cause directe. "Since" = cause connue des deux. Suivis d'une clause.
therefore — "He did not study; therefore, he failed." Conséquence logique. En début de phrase ou après un point-virgule.
as a result — "As a result, his English improved significantly." Conséquence d'une situation. Toujours en début de phrase.
consequently — "Consequently, the company lost many clients." Plus formel que "as a result". Même usage.
✅ Concession
admittedly — "Admittedly, learning a language takes time." Reconnaît un point adverse avant de réfuter. Début de phrase.
granted / it is true that — "It is true that English is not easy. However, it is worth it." Concède un fait avant de nuancer. Souvent suivi de "however" ou "but".
📌 Illustration / Exemple
for example / for instance — "Many countries speak English; for example, Ghana and Nigeria." Introduit un exemple. Interchangeables. Suivis d'une virgule.
such as — "Some skills, such as speaking and writing, require daily practice." Intégré dans la phrase, sans virgule séparatrice forte. Pas de clause après.
namely — "She mastered two skills, namely reading and listening." Précise exactement ce dont on parle. Plus formel.
🔢 Séquence / Structure
first of all / firstly — "First of all, you must understand the grammar rules." Introduit le premier point. Plus fort que "first".
then / after that — "Then, you should practise with real conversations." Enchaîne les étapes. "After that" = légèrement plus informel.
finally / lastly — "Finally, you will gain confidence in English." Dernier point. "Lastly" est plus formel.
in conclusion / to conclude — "In conclusion, connectors make your writing clearer." Clôture un texte ou un paragraphe. Suivi d'une virgule.
⚠️ Erreurs classiques à éviter :
❌ Despite she studied hard… → ✅ Despite studying hard… (despite + nom/gérondif)
❌ However she is smart… → ✅ However, she is smart… (virgule obligatoire)
❌ Although the rain, we played. → ✅ Although it rained, we played. (although + clause)
❌ Also, I agree… en tête de paragraphe formel → ✅ Furthermore / Moreover,
❌ Despite she studied hard… → ✅ Despite studying hard… (despite + nom/gérondif)
❌ However she is smart… → ✅ However, she is smart… (virgule obligatoire)
❌ Although the rain, we played. → ✅ Although it rained, we played. (although + clause)
❌ Also, I agree… en tête de paragraphe formel → ✅ Furthermore / Moreover,
📊 Tableau récapitulatif — Position & Usage
| Connector | Fonction | Position | Suivi de |
|---|---|---|---|
| furthermore / moreover | Addition | Début de phrase | Clause (S + V) |
| in addition to | Addition | Début de phrase | Nom / gérondif |
| however | Opposition | Début + virgule | Clause (S + V) |
| although / even though | Opposition | Début ou milieu | Clause (S + V) |
| despite / in spite of | Opposition | Début ou milieu | Nom / gérondif ⚠️ |
| because / since | Cause | Milieu de phrase | Clause (S + V) |
| therefore / as a result | Conséquence | Début de phrase | Clause (S + V) |
| for example / for instance | Exemple | Début + virgule | Nom ou clause |
| such as | Exemple | Milieu de phrase | Nom / liste ⚠️ |
| first of all / then / finally | Séquence | Début de phrase | Clause (S + V) |
| in conclusion | Conclusion | Début + virgule | Clause (S + V) |
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📌 Sujet
Some people think that technology has made life easier. Others believe it has created new problems.
Write a balanced short essay (80–100 words) giving both points of view and your personal conclusion.
Tu dois utiliser au moins 6 connectors différents issus de la leçon (un de chaque catégorie).
✅ Checklist avant d'écrire :
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📝 Modèle de réponse — Coach Assoa
It is true that technology has brought many advantages to modern life. For example, people can now communicate instantly across the world and access information within seconds. Furthermore, technology has improved healthcare and education significantly.
However, it has also created serious problems. Many people, such as teenagers and young professionals, have become addicted to their phones. As a result, social relationships and mental health have suffered greatly.
In conclusion, technology is a powerful tool. Despite its drawbacks, it remains essential — therefore, we must learn to use it wisely.
However, it has also created serious problems. Many people, such as teenagers and young professionals, have become addicted to their phones. As a result, social relationships and mental health have suffered greatly.
In conclusion, technology is a powerful tool. Despite its drawbacks, it remains essential — therefore, we must learn to use it wisely.
🔍 Analyse des connectors utilisés : It is true that (concession) · For example (illustration) · Furthermore (addition) · However (opposition) · such as (illustration) · As a result (conséquence) · In conclusion (séquence/fin) · Despite (opposition) · therefore (conséquence) — 9 connectors différents sur 6 requis ✅