How Are They Related?

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is centered on differentiating between the concepts of cohesion, coherence, and cogency in writing. It provides a space for students to write their explanations of each term and describe how they interrelate. The worksheet serves as a reflective exercise for students to consider the nuances of each concept and articulate their understanding of the terms. This encourages a deeper engagement with the structural elements that contribute to effective writing.

The worksheet is teaching students to identify and distinguish between three essential qualities of strong writing. Cohesion refers to the way ideas are linked together at the sentence level, coherence describes the overall clarity and logical structure of an argument, and cogency pertains to the persuasiveness and strength of the writing. Through this exercise, students are expected to learn how to apply these concepts to improve their writing skills. The ultimate goal is to help students craft text that is not only well-connected and clear but also compelling and convincing to the reader.