| Element | FORM/USE: ORGANISING, CONTRASTING |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | DISCOURSE MARKERS |
| SubCat | discourse markers in writing |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | B1 |
| Cando | Can use a range of phrases as discourse markers to introduce contrasting statements. |
| Corrected Learner Example | On the one hand going to a large school is better for making friends, but on the other hand I think you can learn better in a small school. (Germany; B1 THRESHOLD; 2008; German; Pass) My new teacher, on the contrary, understands us and I think she is skilful, because during the first lesson she organised a game. (Italy; B1 THRESHOLD; 2002; Italian; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | |
| Comments | There is evidence of use of other contrasting phrases: 'in contrast' at B2 and 'conversely' at C2. |
