Transitions in Writing

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What are transition words?

Back

Transition words are words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing. They guide readers through the text.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

Give examples of transition words used to show an example.

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Examples include: like, such as, for example, for instance.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What transition word can be used to clarify or restate an idea?

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The transition word 'in other words' can be used to clarify or restate an idea.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

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What transition word indicates a result or consequence?

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The transition word 'as a result' indicates a result or consequence.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What transition word can be used to show contrast?

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The transition word 'however' can be used to show contrast.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

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Transition words help to create coherence and clarity in writing by linking ideas and guiding the reader.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

List transition words that indicate cause and effect.

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Transition words that indicate cause and effect include: as a result, since, consequently, because.

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CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

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What transition word can be used to add information?

Back

The transition word 'furthermore' can be used to add information.

Front

What transition word can be used to show a sequence of events?

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Transition words like 'first', 'next', and 'finally' can be used to show a sequence of events.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is a synonym for 'in addition'?

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A synonym for 'in addition' is 'also'.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4