Table 12.1 Useful Signposts
Function Example
To show comparison Similarly
In the same way
In comparison
To contrast ideas, facts, or data On the other hand
Alternatively
In spite of
To illustrate cause and effect It follows, then, that
Consequently
Therefore
Thus
To indicate explanation For example
In other words
To clarify
To introduce additional examples Another way in which
Just as
Likewise
In a similar fashion
To emphasize significance It’s important to remember that
Above all
Bear in mind
To indicate sequence of time or events First . . . , Second . . . , Third
Finally
First and foremost
Once
Now . . . , Then
Until now
Before . . . , After
Earlier . . . , Later
Primarily
To summarize As we’ve seen
Altogether
Finally
In conclusion