2. Marty saw the puppy.
He recognized it.
He picked it up.
First
Then After
3. First, Marty saw the puppy. Then he
recognized it. After that, he picked it up.
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8. Additionally, pronouns act as connectives when they
are used to refer to a noun in the preceding sentences.
Repetition of key words and phrases and the use of
synonyms which echo important words both serve to
establish connections with previous sentences.
14. 1. Which transition word would best fit in the sentence: "I love to read; ______, I have a vast
collection of books."
A. However B. ThereforeC. For example D. In contrast
2. Fill in the blank: "I was really tired. ______, I decided to go to bed early."
A. Therefore B. But C. In addition D. However
3. Choose the best transition word for the sentence: "She loves to travel; ______, she has been to 20
countries."
A. Therefore B. For instance C. However D. In fact
4. Which transition word fits best: "I want to lose weight; ______, I am going to the gym regularly."
A. Therefore B. However C. For example D. In contrast
5. Select the correct transition word: "I love playing soccer; ______, I also enjoy watching it on TV."
A.But B. ThereforeC. For example D. In addition
6. Choose the best transition word: "I didn't study for the test; ______, I failed."
A. Therefore B. But C. In addition D. However
7. Fill in the blank: "I am allergic to cats. ______, I have two dogs."
A. Therefore B. But C. In addition D. However
8. Which transition word would best fit in the sentence: "I love to swim; ______, I go to the pool
every day."
A. Therefore B. However C. For example D. In contrast
9. Choose the correct transition word: "It was raining; ______, we decided to stay home."
A. Therefore B. But C. In addition D. However
Select the letter of the correct transitional words or
phrases
Editor's Notes
that the transition words on the cards will help them put the sentences in the correct order:
Ask them how the words change the meaning of the sentences:
Conclusions:
- To sum up
- To summarize
- In conclusion
- Finally
- To conclude
- In summary
Time/Sequence:
- Later
- Presently
- In the past
- Nowadays
- Today
- After that
- At present
- Up to now
- Meanwhile
Compare:
- Just like
- Likewise
- In the same way
- Similarly
Isn't language fascinating? The way we use these words can completely change the tone and flow of a conversation or a piece of writing. Do you have any favorite phrases or words you like to use often?
Absolutely, let's get these sorted:
Emphasize:
- Above all
- Certainly
- In fact
- Most importantly
Add Information:
- Furthermore
- Moreover
- In addition
- For instance
- Additionally
- For example
Contrast:
- However
- In contrast
- Nevertheless
- Despite this
- Even though
- On the contrary
- Although
- On the other hand
- Otherwise
Cause/Effect:
- Due to
- As a result
- Consequently
1. d. cause and effect 2. c. contrast 3. c. comparison 4. c. illustration/example 5. d. illustration/example 6. a. addition 7. d. cause and effect 8. c. illustration/example 9. b. contrast 10. a. addition
Transition words are used to show relationship between ideas. Transition words are like
bridges in your paragraph. It helps you arrange your ideas so that the readers will understand
your paragraph.
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A
D
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D
A
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D
1.Before (transition word indicates time)
2. For instance (transition word indicates illustration/example)
3. Even though (transition word indicates contrast)
4. As (transition word indicates comparison)
5. Moreover (transition word indicates addition)