ENG2601
ASSIGNMENT 01
DUE 9 MAY 2025
2025
ENG2601 Assignment 01
Due date: 09 May 2025
Compulsory: Yes
1. In a well-structured answer, identify any three cohesive devices
and explain how they contribute to the cohesion and coherence of the
text. Respond in approximately 200 - 250 words (about two paragraphs).
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, ENG2601 Assignment 01
Due date: 09 May 2025
Compulsory: Yes
1. In a well-structured answer, identify any three cohesive devices and explain
how they contribute to the cohesion and coherence of the text. Respond in
approximately 200 - 250 words (about two paragraphs).
Cohesion in writing ensures that ideas flow logically and smoothly. The article
"Petrol price joy coming for South Africa" uses several cohesive devices to achieve
clarity and structure. Three key cohesive devices found in the text are repetition,
conjunctions, and referencing pronouns.
Firstly, repetition helps reinforce key ideas throughout the text. Words such as
"petrol", "diesel", and "over-recovery" appear multiple times (Staff Writer, 2024).
This repetition ensures that readers stay focused on the main topic—the
expected drop in fuel prices. By consistently using these words, the text maintains
clarity and prevents confusion.
Secondly, conjunctions such as "however", "meanwhile", and "similarly"
contribute to the logical flow of ideas. For example, the sentence "However, this
is still well below the trading prices seen in August, accounting for the bulk of
recoveries in the local pricing for fuel" (Staff Writer, 2024) contrasts rising oil
prices with the overall trend of fuel price recovery. These conjunctions help
connect ideas, making it easier for readers to follow the argument.