Transitions

Fill in the blank with the best transition.

Jaden is an excellent long distance runner. ________, his cousin Anthony is better with short distances.

• Therefore

• Otherwise

• However

• In addition

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Fill in the blank with the best transition.

You'd better take the bus. ___, you'll get to game late.

• Otherwise

• Consequently

• Furthermore

• Therefore

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Fill in the blank with the best transition.

Jackie didn't have a sweet tooth. ___, she baked a decadent lemon cake.

• Therefore

• Nevertheless

• Otherwise

• In other words

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Fill in the blank with the best transition.

Tomas and Mike had planned to play Fortnite after school. ________, the brothers helped their abuela prepare a delicious dinner.

• As a result

• For example

• Instead

• In conclusion

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

This transition word indicates that an example is about to come.

• Consequently

• Nonetheless

• In conclusion

• For instance

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

This transition word introduces one or more examples of an idea that was just mentioned.

• Despite

• However

• Such as

• Simultaneously

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.W.8.2C

This transition word means that a statement is very much like the previous statement.

• Despite

• However

• Similarly

• Consequently

Tags

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Fill in the blank with a fitting transition.

Overripe bananas might look bruised. _______, they taste extra sweet and are perfect for baking.

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Fill in the blank with a fitting transition.

Mr. West left the loaf of zucchini bread on the counter overnight. ________, the loaf was dry and stale by morning.

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C

Select your favorite transition to illustrate contrast from the list below.

May the best transition win!

• Even though

• Still

• Although

• Otherwise

• However

Tags

CCSS.W.8.2C

CCSS.W.8.3C