College of San Mateo Computer Online Writing

Unity, Support and Coherence in Your Paragraphs

 As shown in Model Paragraph #19 below, the transition devices used are:
  • transition words and phrases
  • repetition of important words and their synonyms
  • pronouns.

Model Paragraph #19

bbbbb1On May 3, 1999, I bought a Volaré with a warranty. 2After a few days, my speedometer cable disconnected. 3Then I called and described the damaged speedometer cable, and the dealer brushed it off as a minor problem. 4Consequently, I had to wait two weeks to get the cable fixed, which was a major annoyance. 5It broke again immediately after the repair. 6This upsetting cycle occurred four times in six weeks. 7The repairs were free; I was, however, inconvenienced and frustrated. 8Having a warranty on a new car certainly doesn't prevent headaches. ....


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