Nevertheless, albeit and yet convey the idea of...
contrast
Hence, thus and therefore convey the idea of...
consequence/result
In order to, so as to, so that - these discourse markers usually convey the idea of...
purpose
In case, provided that, as long as - which idea do they convey?
condition
Since, owing to, on account of - which idea do these discourse markers convey?
cause/reason
All in all, in sum, in short - they normally convey the idea of...
summary
Actually, indeed and in fact can express the idea of...
emphasis
Besides, moreover and furthermore express...
addition
Thomas MIGHT have taken the job if he had had the chance.
possibility
You NEEDN'T do that!
lack of necessity
Ashley MUST be cheating on her physics exams. She knows nothing about physics.
logical deduction/ speculation
Michael CAN'T swim. He is going to drown.
lack of ability
Greg SHOULDN'T have stolen the keys.
criticism/regret
The door WON'T open. No matter how hard I try.
refusal
They MUSTN'T stay here.
prohibition
Emma OUGHT TO talk to professor Winston before handing in the document.
advice, suggestion
