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Abstract
This paper focuses on the functions of segmentation markers, such as punctuation, pauses, connectives, and referential expressions. They highlight continuity and discontinuity in discourse. These markers can be signals to improve comprehension, but also traces of production difficulties that occur when a new topic is introduced. Data are presented to support this double role of signal and trace. We focus on the connective and. Making production more difficult increases the proportion of and just before a topic shift. When used as a signal of high continuity, this connective is not affected by a manipulation of production difficulty.
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What are examples of signal words?
Here are some examples of signal words and phrases: “as a result,” “nevertheless,” “at the same time,” and “similarly.” Yes, I have used a signal word here (“similarly”) to let you know that I am about to point out something that is like using turn signals.
What are the signal words used in the paragraph?
Chronological (Time) Order or Sequence
Signal words often used for chronological order or sequence are:
first, second, third before, | at last next
after when later until. |
What is signal markers in writing?
What are transition signals? Transition signals are linking words or phrases that connect your ideas and add cohesion to your writing. They signpost or indicate to the reader the relationships between sentences and between paragraphs, making it easier for the reader to understand your ideas.
