Languagelab 17.2 - Synthesis
2 likes207 views
The document discusses the concept of synthesis in language, emphasizing the use of connectors to combine simple sentences and convey complex ideas. It provides examples of different connectors that express similar meanings, such as 'because', 'due to', and 'as a result of'. The learning milestones highlight the importance of choosing the right connectors based on the intended meaning.
Languagelab 17.2 - Synthesis
- 3. Synthesising simple sentences The policeman asked the girl where she stayed.
- 4. Synthesis needs Connectors as a result because in spite of Yet lest since in order that if
- 5. Synthesis combines ideas As a result of the fireworks, many people were frightened.
- 6. Different connector, same idea Due to the fireworks, many people were frightened.
- 7. Different connector, same idea Many people were frightened because of the fireworks.
- 8. Many possible synthesis Many people were frightened because of the fireworks. Due to the fireworks, many people were frightened. As a result of the fireworks, many people were frightened.
- 10. Connectors in songs It's funny how some distance makes everything seem small, and the fears that once controlled me can't get to me at all Oh, won't you stay with me? because you're all I need. This ain't love it's clear to see, but darling, stay with me
- 11. Right connector for the right meaning Addition – and, besides, also, or, nor, too, both Emphasis – indeed, in fact, of course Compare and contrast – but, nor, yet Cause and effect – because, in order to, due to, as a result of, so, since, after, despite
- 12. Cause and effect most common He was lazy because ... In order to overcome his laziness, ... As a result/due to his laziness, ... Since he was lazy, ... After he realised he was lazy, ... Despite his laziness, ...
- 13. What is the connector? __ the chicken and duck rice are good. __ the gun sounded, the sprinters burst forth. __ the heavy rain, Tom went out.
- 14. Here are the Connectors! Both the chicken and duck rice are good. After the gun sounded, the sprinters burst forth. Despite the heavy rain, Tom went out.
- 15. Learning Milestone How does synthesis work? How do we know which connector to use? How can the same idea be shown differently?
- 16. Learning Milestone Check Synthesis works by using different connectors. To determine the right connectors, we must know the meaning we're showing The same idea can be shown through different connectors in the same category.