IELTS Writing Tips: Use Commas for Emphasis

The video tutorial addresses a subscriber's question about using adverbs for emphasis in IELTS writing. It explains the correct placement of conjunctive adverbs like 'however' and 'nevertheless' after semicolons and periods, and how they can also be used after conjunctions with commas for emphasis. The tutorial provides examples to illustrate these grammar rules and encourages viewers to practice by leaving example sentences in the comments.

What punctuation is required when using high-level linking words like 'however' and 'nevertheless'?

• A comma

• A period or semicolon

• A colon

• A dash

Where should an adverb be placed to add emphasis in a sentence?

• At the beginning of the sentence

• Between commas

• At the end of the sentence

• After a period

Which of the following is NOT a conjunction word?

• And

• But

• However

• Yet

What is the purpose of using adverbs like 'shockingly' in a sentence?

• To list items

• To introduce a new topic

• To add emphasis

• To change the tense

What should viewers do after learning about adverbs and commas?

• Memorize the video

• Ignore the rules

• Write an essay

• Leave an example sentence in the comments