In IELTS Writing band 7+, cohesion across paragraphs is achieved best by:
AStarting every paragraph with 'Firstly', 'Secondly', etc.
BUsing only the word 'and' to join paragraphs
CAvoiding any explicit linking between paragraphs
DEnding one paragraph hinting at, or opening the next that links back
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Ending one paragraph hinting at, or opening the next that links back
Cohesion is achieved by varied transitions between paragraphs (hint at next, or open with a link back). Mechanical 'firstly/secondly' or no linking both lower the cohesion band.
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