Transition Words: Connecting Clauses

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

My sister loves to eat; _______________, I don’t care much about food. 

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

Jane studies all the time; _______________, Billy never studies.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

I think he's a boring teacher; ___________, he doesn't know his subject.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

She's always late for work; _____________, she loses important papers.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

Dogs are not allowed in the mall; ________________, the lady that works in the bookstore there brings her dog to work with her every day.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

I hated that job with a passion; ______________, I stayed for ten years.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

Sarah’s horse is beautiful; _____________, it is well-trained.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

The lady was a generous, kind-hearted person; __________, her husband helped out the poor in their town.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

The college student went out dancing every night of the week; _____________, he failed his classes.

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CCSS.L.9-10.2A

What is the correct relationship between the two clauses of this sentence?

It is important to complete your homework; _______________________, it should be turned in on time.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6