Paragraph Rewrite · Mock Test Prep

Original paragraph (paste from today's mini-essay, or write fresh):

Rewrite with stronger cohesion (aim for 90–110 words):

Fill in a linking word that fits each gap. (More than one answer may work — pick the most natural.)

1. Electric vehicles are cleaner than petrol cars; they are also more expensive to buy.
2. Many cities have introduced congestion charges. , traffic in central areas has decreased significantly.
3. The government invested heavily in renewable energy the rising cost of fossil fuels.
4. , the price of solar panels has dropped sharply, the technology remains out of reach for many low-income households.
5. Online learning offers flexibility. , it removes geographical barriers for students.
6. Many studies show smartphone use disrupts sleep. , a recent Harvard report found a 40% reduction in deep sleep among heavy users.

Tick which strategies you'll actually use tomorrow.

1. I'll do Task 1 first, even though Task 2 is worth more (because doing the easier one first builds momentum).
2. I'll write a paraphrased intro, not a copied one.
3. Task 1: I'll include an overview that starts with "Overall,"
4. Task 2: I'll spend 3–5 min planning before I write.
5. I'll use TEEL for every body paragraph (Topic → Explanation → Example → Link).
6. I'll use at least 5 different linking words across the essay.
7. I'll count my words at the end — 150+ for Task 1, 250+ for Task 2.
8. I'll leave 2 minutes at the end of each task to check for grammar errors.