I nte r nati o nal e n g LI s h lan g uag e testi n g syste m

can be debunked.

Both supporting paragraphs of the essay are now finished.  Joined to the introduc-

tion, here is the composition:

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Be sure to note the way the sentences and paragraphs use linking words to tie them-

selves together.  Here, cohesion at the sentence level is highlighted in red.  Cohesion 

at the paragraph level is underlined.  Each sentence is clear and builds the overall 

essay argument by tying ideas logically together.

Now let’s read the essay again and look for signs of cohesion:

The use of technology is increasing rapidly in the modern world.  Growing technologi-