A complete Grade 8 ESL writing lesson pack on linking words of contrast: but, however, although, even though, whereas, despite, in spite of, nevertheless and on the other hand, the grammar that follows each one (a clause, a noun or an -ing form), correct punctuation, and using contrast words to write balanced comparison paragraphs. Includes slides, a timed lesson plan, flashcards, worksheet, quiz, homework, rubric and answer key.
Students learn how writers show contrast and balance ideas. They study three groups of linking words: those followed by a clause (although, even though, whereas), those followed by a noun or an -ing form (despite, in spite of) and those that start a new sentence and are followed by a comma (however, nevertheless, on the other hand). They practice choosing the right word, joining sentences, correcting common errors such as "despite it was raining", and reading a short article comparing life in the city and the countryside. They finish by writing their own balanced paragraph comparing two choices.
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Support: give a chart showing each linking word with its grammar pattern and an example sentence. Challenge: rewrite one sentence five ways using different contrast words, keeping the meaning the same.
Worksheet activities 1 to 5 and the quiz check choosing linking words, grammar and punctuation (answer key included). Activity 6 and the homework paragraph are assessed with the rubric.
The most common error is using despite or in spite of with a full clause. Teach the fix "despite the fact that" as a safe option, but encourage students to use a noun or an -ing form instead.
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