Prepositions and Conjunctions
Here I am giving you some useful phrases for both writing tasks. They will help to make your essay flow better and enable you to use complex sentences instead of simple ones. I have given each phrase in an example sentence. Please email me if anything is not clear.
Prepositions
- Owing to/Due to a lack of resources, many publicly-funded libraries have been closed.
- Because of his lack of experience, he was not chosen for the position.
- I have some doubts concerning the new regulations.
- In spite of the difficulties in moving to another country, it can be a rewarding experience.
- According to recent reports, the economic problems are not as serious as many thought.
- There are many advantages to living in the countryside, such as clean air, open spaces and a close community.
- Paper-based media are becoming a thing of the past, except for novels which are still very popular.
*Remember that prepositions must always be followed by a noun or a verb in the -ing form.
Conjunctions
- Not only is news on the internet free, but it is also much more up-to-date than printed newspapers.
- As technology advances, the likelihood of people working is offices is becoming much less.
- Although women have much better opportunities than they did in the past, there is still much progress to be made.
- Even if parents ban children from using the internet at home, they will probably get access to it in other places.
- Provided that some limits are put in place, there is no reason why children should be banned from watching television.
- Whereas some people thrive on challenges, others find them intimidating.
- Teachers should be given training on new ideas in teaching so that they can give their pupils the best education possible.
*Remember that conjunctions join two complete sentences.
TASK
For each preposition and conjunction given, write a sentence of your own. Write the kind of sentences that you would use in an IELTS Writing Task.