Contradiction Between Reading and Lecture on ________

Contradiction

The reading and the lecture are both about ______. Whereas the author of the reading states that _______, the lecturer suggests that ________. The lecturer casts doubt on the main points made in the reading by providing two/three reasons.

First of all, according to the reading, _____________ .However, the lecturer disputes this point. He/She says that _________. Furthermore, he/she mentions that __________

Secondly, the reading states that _______. Nevertheless, the lecturer refutes this argument. He/She argues that __________. In addition, he/she points out ________.

Finally, the reading claims that _________. On the other hand, the lecturer believe that _____. He/She thinks that _______. Moreover, he/she feels that ________

In conclusion, although the reading and the lecture are both about _______, the two/three main points made in the reading are effectively challenged by the lecturer.

Supporting

Addition:

indeed, further, as well, moreover, furthermore, in addition.

Introduction:

such as, including, especially, for instance

Effect/Result:

as a result, consequently, hence.

Conclusion:

as a final point, to conclude.

Summation:

as was previously stated, in summary, as has been mentioned

Cause/Reason:

for the simple reason that, being that

Dismissal:

either way, in any case

Emphasis:

even more, above all, indeed, more importantly

Conflict:

whereas, while, on the other hand, in contrast

Reference:

regarding, considering this, concerning