Transition Words

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What are transition words?

Back

Words that smoothly connect thoughts and ideas.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

Why are transition words important in writing?

Back

They help connect ideas and improve the flow of the passage.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

Give an example of a transition word that indicates the beginning of a sequence.

Back

First.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What transition word would you use to show a sequence after 'First'?

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Next.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

Where would you typically place the transition phrase 'In summary'?

Back

At the end of a passage.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What is the purpose of using transition words in a passage?

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To connect ideas and improve the flow of the passage.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What transition word can be used to contrast ideas?

Back

However.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What is a transition word that indicates a conclusion?

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In conclusion.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Front

What transition word can be used to add information?

Back

Additionally.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

Front

What is the definition of a transition word?

Back

Words that smoothly connect thoughts and ideas.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6