EP Transitional Words and Phrases 4

Heaven wanted to build better habits. ___, she started setting small daily goals.

• As a result

• In fact

• On the contrary

Lexi enjoys helping her younger siblings with their homework. ___, she explains the problems step by step so they can understand.

• For instance

• Similarly

• Afterward

ZiNyia forgot to bring her lunch to school. ___, her friend Heaven shared her sandwich.

• However

• Fortunately

• Instead

Trey knew he had to finish his essay. ___, he turned off his phone to focus.

• Meanwhile

• To illustrate

• Consequently

Makhi struggled with the math assignment. ___, he decided to stay after school for extra help.

• Moreover

• As a result

• On the other hand

Lexi and Heaven were both tired after basketball practice. ___, they decided to go home early instead of hanging out.

• For this reason

• Furthermore

• Nevertheless

ZiNyia was excited about the art competition. ___, she spent the weekend perfecting her drawing.

• As a result

• Even though

• In contrast

Trey had a lot of homework to do. ___, he still made time to call his grandmother to say hello.

• Meanwhile

• Despite this

• In addition

Makhi and Lexi both enjoy volunteering. ___, they organized a donation drive at school.

• For example

• Similarly

• Instead

ZiNyia finished her chores quickly. ___, she was able to relax and watch her favorite movie.

• Then

• On the other hand

• Nevertheless