Transition phrases in Argument Writing

Oliver is writing an essay and he wants to use the transition words, "In the first place". Where should he use these words?

• introduction paragraph

• body paragraph

• counterargument

• conclusion

In a group project, Sophia, Daniel, and Avery are preparing a presentation. Where would Daniel use the transition phrase, "In Summary,..." if he is wrapping up the presentation?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

Noah is writing an essay on the benefits of a healthy diet. He wants to introduce a counterpoint about the difficulty of maintaining such a diet. Where should he use the transition phrase, "However, "?

• In the introduction of his essay

• In the body paragraph of his essay

• While presenting the counterargument

• In the conclusion of his essay

Ethan is writing an essay and wants to introduce a counterargument. Where would he use the transition phrase, "Although,"?

• In the introduction of his essay

• In the body paragraph of his essay

• While introducing the counterargument

• In the conclusion of his essay

In a school debate club meeting, Samuel mentioned, "There is a recent debate about ....". In which part of his speech would he most likely use this phrase?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Arjun is writing an essay on the importance of physical exercise. He wants to add more points to his argument. Where would he use the transition phrase, "In addition, ...."?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

Elijah, Ethan, and Mason are working on a group project. They are discussing where to use the transition phrase, "To sum it up, ..." in their presentation. Where should they use it?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

Aria is writing an essay on climate change. Rohan suggests her to include a claim/thesis statement. Where should Aria include this claim/thesis statement in her essay?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

Emma is writing an essay on the effects of global warming. She has already stated some points and wants to add more. Where would she use the transition phrase, "Furthermore, ..."?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion

In a school debate, Mia is preparing her speech. At which part of her speech would she use the transition phrase, "Some may think, ...."?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Counterargument

• Conclusion