there is a growing need for nursing homes.
Because of
and
due to
are followed by a noun or gerund.
People usually gain weight because of lack of exercise.
Some people don't have time to exercise because of working long hours.
Due to the increase in prices, sales went down.
168 WRITING FOR THE IELTS
PRACTICES
Rewrite each pair of sentences, linking the ideas with the transition word or phrase provided.
I
Effect: It is easy to stay informed about current events.
Cause: The Internet provides us with instant access to news.
(since)
2
Cause: The Grand Hotel has comfortable rooms at reasonable rates.
Effect: I always stay there when rm in town.
(so)
3
Cause:
Effect:
Many websites contain information that isn't suitable for children.
Parents should control how their children use the Internet.
(therefore)
4
Effect: Many farmers lost their crops.
Cause: There was a severe drought in that region.
(because)
5
Cause: The rents in this district are very high.
Effect: Many people can't afford to live here.
(for this reason)
COHERENCE AND COHESION 169
PRACTICE9
In each pair of sentences, identify which is the cause and which is the effect. Rewrite the sen
tences, linking the ideas with a transition word or phrase. Then, rewrite the sentences again
using a different transition word. Use pronouns as appropriate.
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