Writing Sentences with Transitions

Which transition should be used for the following sentence: The man's attire and demeanor seemed intimidating at first. _____, as we began to speak I realized he was actually very kind.

• Also

• Otherwise

• However

• In conclusion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

Suppose that you wanted to expand on an idea in your writing to further clarify the meaning for your readers. Which of following transition words or phrases would you NOT want to use?

• Likewise

• Similarly

• Furthermore

• Meanwhile

Assume that you wanted to indicate a shift in time in your writing. Which of the following words or phrases would you want to AVOID using?

• Finally

• Next

• Meanwhile

• For example

Which transition would signal to your readers that an opposing viewpoint is about to be explored?

• In contrast

• Meanwhile

• In particular

• In summary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

What transition would you incorporate to indicate to readers they are nearing the end of a written piece?

• To summarize

• On the other hand

• Furthermore

• Likewise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E