Read the following passage and identify five cohesive devices used in the text, and analyze the purpose of using them in the sentences. Use the table below to complete the activity.

Trees are a vital part of our environment. They have, in fact, great impacts on the climate. But we are not kind and careful about them. Rather, we destroy trees at random. As a result, one day the country will bear the consequences of the greenhouse effect. Since ours is an agricultural country, our economy depends largely on agriculture. Moreover, trees play a vital role in our climate. Besides, trees keep soil strong and protect it. After that, trees save us from floods and many other natural calamities. Furthermore, trees provide us with timber which is of great use, especially in construction works and making furniture. Thus, trees are our best friends.

Cohesive device	Purpose of using

Complete the following text by using the right form of the verb.

Self-study is a method of learning where students take charge of their own studying outside of the classroom, without direct supervision. This (a)________  (allow) the student to take control of how, what, when, and where they (b)_________ (learn).This method of studying (c)_______ (be) preferred by independent learners because they can take learning into their own hands. They (d)________ (assess) what information they need, find the resources to (e)_______ (complementing) their learning, and complete their assessments at their own pace.

Anyone can (f) _________ (incorporate) self-studying in their own learning practice, not just independent learners. Self-studying is also quite useful for anyone who may not have the time to get (g) _________ (enroll) in formal courses, or cannot travel to institutions for those courses.Self-study helps (h) _______ (building) a student's confidence in learning.(i)_________ (Manage) one's time and priorities helps make self-studying more effective. Students are (j)_________ (allow) to be self-motivated and less reliant on teachers to direct how and when they should study. With their autonomy, students learn to plan and become persistent with their studies thoughtfully.

Here is the story of Maria. There are some gaps in the story. Now fill in the blanks with appropriate non-finite verbs (Gerund, participles, and infinitive).

Maria was determined ______ (to finish/finishing) her project before the deadline. She knew that _______ (to manage/managing) her time well was crucial. After ________ (to plan/planning) her schedule carefully, she began_________ (to work/working) on the most challenging tasks first. 

While _____ (to complete/completing) the initial stages, Maria realized she needed some help. She called her friend, Sujon, _________ (to ask/asking) for advice. Sujon suggested _________ (to break/breaking) the project into smaller, more manageable parts. Maria found this advice helpful and decided _________ (to follow/following) it. As she continued _________  (to work/working), she felt more confident. By the end of the day, she was able ________ (to see/seeing) significant progress, which motivated her _______ (to keep/keeping) going.

Read the following sentences and identify time adverbials. Then write new sentences using the same adverbial for each.

Yesterday, Rafiq went to the market in the morning to buy fresh vegetables. Every Friday, he visits the market early to avoid the crowds. Last week, he couldn't go because of the heavy rain, but he made sure to go this week. Later that day, he prepared a special dinner for his family. Next weekend, they plan to visit his grandparents in the village.