There are many useful uses of the word would as it plays various functions in the English language. Let's explore together its many uses and then we'll play a game
Click on the following link to get to the sheet summarizing the uses of the word WOULD: https://docs.google.com/document/d/128--me9jAU5dZE2KTFi3gJNIReNpJ_M15GOQnePCL9M/edit?usp=sharing
Ready to play the YOU RATHER game and see what people think: What would you rather do...? http://yourather.com/
B. Transition words and phrases
Addition:
also, again, as well as, besides, furthermore, in addition, likewise, moreover, similarly
also, again, as well as, besides, furthermore, in addition, likewise, moreover, similarly
When there is a trusting relationship coupled with positive reinforcement, the partners will be able to overcome difficult situations.
Consequence:
accordingly, as a result, consequently, for this reason, for this purpose,
hence, otherwise, so then, subsequently, therefore, thus, thereupon, wherefore
accordingly, as a result, consequently, for this reason, for this purpose,
hence, otherwise, so then, subsequently, therefore, thus, thereupon, wherefore
Highway traffic came to a stop as a result of an accident that morning.
Contrast and Comparison:
contrast, by the same token, conversely, instead, likewise,
on one hand, on the other hand, on the contrary, rather,
similarly, yet, but, however, still, nevertheless, in contrast
contrast, by the same token, conversely, instead, likewise,
on one hand, on the other hand, on the contrary, rather,
similarly, yet, but, however, still, nevertheless, in contrast
The children were very happy. On the other hand, and perhaps more importantly, their parents were very proactive in providing good care.
Emphasis
above all, chiefly, with attention to, especially, particularly, singularly
The Quakers gathered each month with attention to deciding the business of their Meeting.
Exception:
aside from, barring, beside, except, excepting, excluding, exclusive of, other than, outside of, save
aside from, barring, beside, except, excepting, excluding, exclusive of, other than, outside of, save
Consensus was arrived at by all of the members exclusive of those who could not vote.
Exemplifying: especially, for instance, in particular, markedly, namely,
particularly, including, specifically, such as
particularly, including, specifically, such as
Some friends and I drove up the beautiful coast chiefly to avoid the heat island of the city.
Generalizing:
as a rule, as usual, for the most part, generally, generally speaking, ordinarily, usually
as a rule, as usual, for the most part, generally, generally speaking, ordinarily, usually
There were a few very talented artists in the class, but for the most part the students only wanted to avoid the alternative course.
Illustration:
for example, for instance, for one thing, as an illustration,
illustrated with, as an example, in this case
for example, for instance, for one thing, as an illustration,
illustrated with, as an example, in this case
The chapter provided complex sequences and examples illustrated with a very simple schematic diagram.
Restatement:
in essence, in other words, namely, that is, that is to say, in short, in brief, to put it differently
In their advertising business, saying things directly was not the rule. That is to say, they tried to convey the message subtly though with creativity.
Sequence:
at first, first of all, to begin with, in the first place, at the same time,
for now, for the time being, the next step, in time, in turn, later on,
meanwhile, next, then, soon, the meantime, later, while, earlier,
simultaneously, afterward, in conclusion, with this in mind,
at first, first of all, to begin with, in the first place, at the same time,
for now, for the time being, the next step, in time, in turn, later on,
meanwhile, next, then, soon, the meantime, later, while, earlier,
simultaneously, afterward, in conclusion, with this in mind,
The music had a very retro sound but at the same time incorporated a complex modern rhythm.
Summarizing:
after all, all in all, all things considered, briefly, by and large, in any case, in any event,
in brief, in conclusion, on the whole, in short, in summary, in the final analysis,
in the long run, on balance, to sum up, to summarize, finally
after all, all in all, all things considered, briefly, by and large, in any case, in any event,
in brief, in conclusion, on the whole, in short, in summary, in the final analysis,
in the long run, on balance, to sum up, to summarize, finally
She didn't seem willing to sell the car this week, but in any case I don't get paid until the end of the month.
Transition word exercises
Always ask yourself what the exact relationship is between the sentences or parts of sentences. Are you leading to the result of something? Are you making a deduction? Are you introducing some contradictory evidence or ideas? Your choice of word or phrase obviously depends on this. Exercise 1
Insert the best alternative
1 Polls show that Tony Blair is the most popular Prime Minister this century. ________________ ,
there are even members of his own party who are uneasy with his approach.
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For instance
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consequently
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otherwise
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as a rule
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for example
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namely
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in particular
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As a result
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So that
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Likewise
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Above all
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Correspondingly
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In contrast
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Nevertheless
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In other words
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Similarly
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Furthermore
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In comparison
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With reference to
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as well as
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in addition
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in the same way
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obviously
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otherwise
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as a result
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Nevertheless
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C. Work Life Balance
And now a little bit of humor...
Read the following text, answer the questions below and then you'll do a quick 2 minute presentation on own recipe for a good work-life balance
Read the following text, answer the questions below and then you'll do a quick 2 minute presentation on own recipe for a good work-life balance
Work-life balance refers to the balance between a person's career and his personal life. Many people work longer hours and use fewer vacation days, in part because of globalization, outsourcing, and a loss of job security. As a result, employees have less time for personal interests, personal development, and family. Reduced productivity, depression, high levels of stress, and burnout result from such an imbalance.
Although the employee makes the choice to work longer hours, the corporate culture is also responsible. Companies should educate their workers on the importance of a healthy work-life balance. It's also helpful to provide flex time, maternity and paternity leave, telecommuting, or even recreation or exercise facilities. If they don't, people will become money-rich, time-poor.
The reality of the society that we're in is that there are thousands and thousands of people out there leading lives of quiet, screaming desperation, where they work long, hard hours at jobs they hate to enable them to buy things they don't need to impress people they don't like. Thus, it is my belief that going to work on Friday in jeans and a T-shirt isn't really getting to the heart of the issue.
The reality of the society that we're in is that there are thousands and thousands of people out there leading lives of quiet, screaming desperation, where they work long, hard hours at jobs they hate to enable them to buy things they don't need to impress people they don't like. Thus, it is my belief that going to work on Friday in jeans and a T-shirt isn't really getting to the heart of the issue.
Comprehension Questions: Answer the questions after reading the article.
- People work longer hours because they are worried about their jobs. T / F
- Employees might ignore personal interests if there is a poor work-life balance. T / F
- Only the company is responsible for overwork. T/F
- All employees should have flex time and recreation facilities. T/F
- Companies should disallow the use of phones and emails during the weekend. T/F
- According to the author, dress down days are a good way to achieve work life balance. T/F
Discussion Points
1. Name 3 things that employers could do to better the work life balance of their employees
2. Name 3 things that employees could do to have a better work life balance without affecting their productivity.
3. Do you agree with the author that says that there are tons of people unhappy doing the things that they do for a living? Please give a few examples of how their unhappiness manifest at work.
3. Do you agree with the author that says that there are tons of people unhappy doing the things that they do for a living? Please give a few examples of how their unhappiness manifest at work.
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