Transition words and Phrases

It is always a good idea to take a family vacation ____________ it may be for a short time.

• since

• although

• while

• in fact

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

We went swimming __________ it was raining.

• otherwise

• however

• because

• although

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

The restaurant was quite crowded; ____________, they were unable to get a seat.

• consequently

• nonetheless

• in fact

• additionally

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Errol is a good cook; ____________, his wife can only boil eggs.

• for example

• therefore

• in contrast

• although

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

A dietitian can guide you in improving your eating habits; ____________, he/she can provide you with tasty recipes.

• moreover

• however

• rarely

• conversely

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Bowling is a sport in which the player with the highest score wins. _____, in golf, the lowest score wins.

• Indeed

• Finally

• Furthermore

• On the other hand

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Check your written application carefully and correct your mistakes. _____ submit it to the employer.

• Besides

• Clearly

• Finally

• While

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

You are such a good student. You will _____ get accepted to a good university.

• above all

• clearly

• moreover

• nevertheless

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

"She was not listening _____ she embarrassed herself when the teacher asked her to answer."

Which connective can best complete the sentence above?

• because

• after

• that's why

• also

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Transition Words: words or phrases that create powerful links between ideas in your paper and can help the reader understand the logic in your topic.

What is the synonym for transition words?

• words added to paragraphs

• connections between thoughts, helps with flow

• abruptly interrupts and breaks up ideas

• adds ideas and information

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6