Transitions in Writing (ELA)

Transitions in Writing

ELA Review

Multiple Choice

Transition words, phrases, or sentences can be placed anywhere in a paragraph.

• True

• False

True!

Transition words, phrases, and sentences can be placed anywhere the writer needs to show a connection between ideas.

Practice!

For these questions, choose the transition word or phrase that correctly completes the sentence.

Multiple Choice

My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.

• For example

• Additionally

• As a result

• Furthermore

Multiple Choice

A good homework space is well-lit, with paper and pencils. _________, it is quiet and distraction free.

• However

• In addition

• All in all

• Although

Multiple Choice

Jesse is an animal lover. _______ he adores penguins and pandas.

• Simultaneously,

• Equally important,

• Specifically,

• Despite,

Multiple Choice

______ his intense stage fright, Brian's act in the talent show was by far the most popular.

• Beyond

• Indeed

• Despite

• For instance

Multiple Choice

Peter won the scholarship to his dream school. _____ he was able to attend college for free.

• Meanwhile,

• Nevertheless,

• Second,

• Consequently,

Multiple Choice

Giselle is a talented student. ______ she was the valedictorian her senior year.

• Indeed,

• Immediately,

• On the whole,

• Then,

Multiple Choice

I could really go for some Chinese food for dinner. _____ pizza would be great, too.

• On the other hand,

• Moreover,

• So,

• In sum,

Multiple Choice

I was just getting over the flu. ________ I went in to school to take the SAT.

• Then,

• Nevertheless,

• First,

• Immediately,

Multiple Choice

Most animals sleep like people do; they lie down. __________ birds and horses sleep while standing up!

• For example,

• Likewise,

• However,

• Where,

Multiple Choice

A transition word or phrase that STARTS a sentence is followed by a comma.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Draw

Brain Break! Finish the drawing

Practice!

Practice connecting ideas using transitions.

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct sentence goes before the following sentence. ____________. Consequently, I was late to the surprise party.

• I love surprise parties.

• I'm always on time.

• I missed the bus.

• I left an hour early.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

• I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

• I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

• My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

• The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

Multiple Choice

Finish the second sentence. My older brother is the funniest person I know. For instance,

• he's often crying and unhappy.

• he recently became afraid of his own shadow.

• he can make our mother laugh just by rolling his eyes.

• I often feel myself longing for sleep when he speaks.

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct sentence goes before the following sentence. ____________. Nonetheless, Gregg and Deborah found themselves paddling around the fountain's shallow pool.

• Greg and Deborah desperately wished to swim in the public garden's fountain.

• The public garden's rules clearly stated that visitors were not allowed to swim in the fountain.

• Greg and Deborah wore their swimsuits to the public gardens.

• Greg and Deborah were always rebellious.

Draw

Brain Break! Finish the drawing

Great work!

Multiple Choice

Why do we use transitions?

• To make us mess up

• To make the writing flow

• to be mean

• Because we want to

Poll

How confident do you feel about using transitions in your writing?

• Very Confident

• Somewhat confident

• Not confident at all.

Poll

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• Yes

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