сделать задание. Can you insert appropriate transitional words in the following sentences?
In the first exercise the category of transitional word is given. In the second exercise you will have to decide which category is most appropriate.
(taken from Parks, AF, Levernier, JA and Hollowell, IM 1996, Structuring paragraphs A guide to effective writing, Bedford/St. Martin’s, Boston, pp. 119-120)
A.
Our state’s correctional system is plagued with problems. (a) , (example) high officials increase their personal wealth by awarding building and catering contracts to disreputable companies in return for bribes. (b) , (addition) promotions within the system are made on the basis of politics, not merit. (c) , the system is filled (result) with people at the top who know little about what they are doing. (d) , (addition) careless security measures, allowing trusted inmates to control certain operations of the institution, are part of the growing problem. But one increasing tendency in particular is doing harm to the system’s image and efficiency. This is the tendency of officials who are charged with important tasks and who make faulty decisions to cover up their mistakes. (e) , one would think that amid all the strife some effort (conclusion) would be made to rectify these problems, but a seemingly dogged determination to resist change overshadows the system.
B.
Genetic screening in business, or testing the genes of employees to see if they are susceptible to workplace-related diseases, may present problems for the tested. (a) , the genetic screening tests and technology in general are in their infancy stages. (b) , many physicians and health professionals doubt their reliability. (c) , once genetic information is recorded on employees, it cannot always be kept secret. Even though employers are assured that their medical files are confidential, clerical staff have access to them. (d) , if they are entered into a computer data base, they are available to anyone with access. (e) , some argue that such screening procedures are violations of personal rights. (f) , many cite similarities between genetic screening and drug testing, noting that both involve a process of obtaining information from unwilling individuals that might affect them adversely. Opponents of genetic screening point out that some employees with the potential for workplace diseases would rather run the risk than lose their jobs.
Azerbaijan is a country in the South Caucasus. It borders Russia, Georgia, Armenia and Iran. It is bounded by the Caspian Sea to the east.Azerbaijan is very rich in natural resources and beautiful places that take your breath away and you can watch the landscapes for hours without saying a word. There are only 12 climatic zones on the globe, and 9 of them live in small Azerbaijan.We also have a large amount of natural resources - gold, diamonds, oil, gas. Azerbaijan has deserts, mountains, forests and all other terrestrial planes and unevenness
There are 12 of the zodiac signs in total. The first sign of the zodiac is Aries. People born under this sign are known for their stubborn temper, vigor and determination. Whereas the Taurus are value the material side of life: money, clothes, food. They love comfort. The third sign is Gemini. They are easy to make new acquaintances and have a lot of friends. People who are Cancers, on the contrary, are reserved and difficult persons. However, they can boast about their good intuition that guides them throughout the whole life. Next comes love being Lions who love to be in the spotlight. People of this sign tend to have great artistic taste. For Virgo it is typical to have the sense of duty and responsibility. They are careful and workaholics. The eighth sign of the zodiac is Scorpio. From the first sight these people seem to be cold and sober, but in fact they are full of emotions. Sagittarius are born to be adventure-minded ventures. They can be excellent teachers and scientists. People born under the sign of Capricorn are ambitious and always calculate any risks. The next is the Aquarius with their unconventional approach to life and ingenuity. Finally, Pisces, who are brilliant at the creative professions: dancers, artists, writers.