Слайд 1ADVANTAGE & DISADVANTAGE TRANSITIONS
Balabanova S.A.
School 2083
Moscow 2014
Слайд 2To introduce or list advantages
The main advantage of…
One advantage of…
One major
advantage of…
It is often believed that…
The most important advantage of…
An additional advantage of…
It is often suggested that…
A further advantage of…
Слайд 3Examples
One advantage to/of having parents arrange a marriage is financial security.
One
of the main advantages of using a computer is the fact that you can save time.
One major advantage of living in a foreign country is that you have better economic conditions.
Слайд 4Advantages of using cell phones
The most important advantage of cell phones
is that you can use them almost everywhere without cables or electricity. By using mobile phones, you can communicate with everyone whenever you want and wherever you are. Beside this, if there is an urgent situation, such as an accident or a meeting with someone, you certainly need a mobile phone. Furthermore, you can access the internet by using a cell phone. Recently, the most common way of communication in the world has been the sms. Cell phones include this system; in this way you can communicate with someone cheaper then a normal call.
The biggest advantage of using a cell phone is that you can reach people easily. Also, when somebody wants to reach you, he can get in touch with you by touching a few buttons. In addition, you can carry a cell phone easily. Furthermore, cell phones are not only used for communication, but they also can be used for taking pictures, listening to music, playing games, getting onto the internet, and so on.
Слайд 5Practice
Now write your own paragraph using the introduced transition signals.
Слайд 6To introduce or list DISadvantages
The main disadvantage of
One disadvantage of
Another disadvantage
of
The most important drawback of
One major disadvantage of
An additional disadvantage of
Слайд 7Examples
One of the major/main disadvantages of using computers is that staring
at a screen for long periods of time can be harmful to the eyes.
Слайд 8Disadvantages of having a car
There are certain disadvantages of having your
own car. Firstly, you have to maintain and repair your car regularly. Therefore, you need to spend a considerable amount of money to keep the car in good condition. Moreover, driving can sometimes be extremely stressful. For example, being caught in a traffic jam is not only irritating but also time-consuming. As a result, if you want to have a car, you should consider all the disadvantages.
Слайд 9Disadvantages of using
a computer
The main disadvantages of using a computer
is that staring at a screen for long periods can be harmful to the eyes. Secondly, sitting on a chair for hours is certainly not healthy. Moreover, computers draw one’s attention away from social interactions such as conversation. In addition...
Слайд 10Practice
Now write your own paragraph using the introduced transition signals.
Слайд 11To add points
In the first place
To start with
To begin with
Secondly,
Thirdly,
In addition
(to this)
Moreover,
Furthermore
Besides
Finally
Слайд 12Travelling by a boat
Travelling by a boat is rather old-fashioned. However,
it has certain advantages. To begin with, boats are usually more comfortable than planes or cars. Instead of staying in your seat the whole journey, you can go for a walk on the deck, eat in a restaurant, or even go shopping. Having more space to move around makes a long journey much more pleasant. Furthermore, boats are often cheaper than other forms of travelling. For example, a boat ticket usually costs less than a plane ticket. Finally, boats are a safer alternative to cars and planes. There are fewer accidents at sea than in the air or on the roads.
Слайд 13TV Violence
Parents can protect children from too much TV violence in
the following ways: First of all, they should be careful about the programs their children are watching. For example, they can watch some of the programs with them. Secondly, they can set limits on the amount of time their children spend in front of the television. Moreover, sometimes characters in movies get hurt or killed. Parents should point out that this does not always reflect reality. Furthermore, they should not let the children see violent shows, and change the channel or turn off the TV set when something unpleasant comes on. Finally, it is better to explain what is wrong and what is right about the programs the children watch.
Слайд 14Prctice
Now write your own paragraph.
Слайд 15To ADD MORE points to the same topic
What is more
Also,
Besides,
Furthermore,
In addition
to this/that
Apart from this/that
Слайд 16Advantages of nuclear power
The advantages of nuclear power are numerous. First
of all, it is cheaper, richer than fossil fuels, and easier to transport. Secondly, nuclear reactors need little fuel, and they only need refueling approximately once every three years. In addition, nuclear power is environmentally a lot friendlier than other alternative types of energy. It produces hardly any air pollution, and it releases less radiation into the atmosphere than coal-burning power plants. Moreover, the risks of a meltdown or a radiation leak are extremely small. Furthermore, it is a lot safer than most people think. There are many safety features which make nuclear power one of the safest electricity sources.
Слайд 17To make contrasting points
On the other hand
In spite of
Nevertheless
Even though
In spite
of(the fact that)
However
While
Despite
Although
Despite the fact that
Слайд 18Examples:
Despite big crowds, it is still possible to feel very lonely
in a city.
Kelly loves her husband in spite of the fact that he has some bad habits.
Even though he’s 24 now, he still behaves like a little child.
Despite the fact that there was almost no hope of finding the missing boy, the search party still went on the search.
She went to Spain despite the fact that her doctor told her to rest at home.
He refused to help me, despite the fact that I had always helped him.
Слайд 19Disadvantages of using cell phones
On the other hand, using a cell
phone has some disadvantages. For example, it is a very expensive way of communication. Moreover, radiation from cell phones is not good for humans’ health. It especially has bad effects on children and old people. Furthermore, if you have a full system working car, your ABS system or some electrical equipment in your car can be blocked by cell phone signals.
Слайд 20Practice
Now write your own paragraph
Слайд 21To introduce examples
For example
Especially
Particularly
For instance
Such as
Like
In particular
Слайд 22Examples:
Families, especially those with young children, benefit from the programs offered
by the local authorities.
Pollution has become an unavoidable result of industrial development, particularly in big cities.
Electromagnetic waves cause important health problems, like cancer.
Mary loves most classical music, but Bach and Vivaldi in particular are her favourites.
We need to rethink the way we consume energy. Take, for instance, our approach to transport.
Слайд 23To introduce conclusion
To sum up
All things concerned
On the whole
As was previously
stated
Lastly
All in all
In conclusion
Taking everything into account
Finally
Слайд 24Sample paragraph
In conclusion, at the beginning marriage can be wonderful, but
later on many things may proceed badly. I believe that if a man wants to marry a woman, he, first of all, should have a good job, a house, and an adequate income. Then he can marry the girl he loves because he has prepared well enough for the marriage.
Слайд 25Expressions for giving opinions
I believe/think/feel (that)…
I strongly believe…
In my opinion/view…
The way
I see it,..
It seems to me (that)…
To my mind…
I (do not) agree that/with
My opinion is that…
As far as I am concerned…
I (completely) agree that/with…
I (strongly) disagree that/with…
I am totally against…
I couldn’t agree more that/with…
Overall
Слайд 26Sample
All things considered, despite some disadvantages of travelling by boat, I
strongly believe it can be a very enjoyable experience. Journeys may take longer, but if you have time to spare, you can take advantage of the many facilities that boats offer, and enjoy a pleasant tour.
Слайд 27Practice
Now write your own paragraph.