Transiciones

To show a chronological event (movement in time), use a transition like:

• also, another, like, too, in comparison
• first, next, before, now, finally
• besides, in addition, for example, furthermore
• as a result, because, since, so , therefore

To show an addition (more information), use a transition like:

• obviously, clearly, evidently
• as a result, because, since, so
• besides, for example, furthermore
• but, yet, although, though

To show cause and effect (how and why things happen), use a transition like:

• besides, for example, also, furthermore
• first, next, before, later, finally
• also, another, like, in comparison
• as a result, since, consequently, because

To show an ending, use a transition like:

• for instance, such as, like
• finally, in conclusion, lastly
• although, furthermore, besides
• first, next, later, after

To show an example (detail), use a transition like:

• like, such as, for example, for instance
• finally, lastly, in conclusion
• but, yet, although, though
• also, another, in comparison, too

You can come with us if you are ready; ___________, you will have to ride the bus.

• nevertheless
• similarly
• moreover
• otherwise

Andrew and Leo wanted to make honor roll this nine weeks; _________ they made sure to ask their teachers how they could raise their grades.

• for instance,
• as a result,
• however,
• in addition,

One C+ kept Yelitza from honor roll first quarter; ____ she's working extra hard this quarter to get all As and Bs.

• therefore,
• on the other hand,
• in addition,
• furthermore,

Brayan's writing is really distinct; ______ I can hear his voice when I read the words he chooses.

• simultaneously,
• equally important,
• in other words,
• despite that,

Carlos started the year with low beginning grades; ______ he worked hard at home and pulled up all of his grades by the end of the nine weeks.

• however,
• furthermore,
• for example,
• in addition,