Transition Words in Essays

To begin with

• beginning

• middle

• end

Identify the transition word in this sentence: 'First, we went to the store, then we went to the park.'

• finally

• then

• also

• because

What is the transition word in this sentence: 'In addition to studying for the test, I also need to finish my homework.'

• As a result

• In addition to

• Furthermore

• Instead of

Use a transition word to show order in the following sentence: 'I woke up, ___________ I brushed my teeth.'

• therefore

• because

• then

• however

Some examples of this include the following: However, In Conclusion, Furthermore, In addition, To Start Off.

• Paragraphs

• Notations

• Transitions

• Citations 

Which of the following best describes the role of transitions in an essay?

• To correct grammatical errors

• To add more details to the thesis statement

• To connect ideas and paragraphs smoothly

• To introduce counterarguments

Which of the following is a good transition for the beginning of the fourth paragraph IN AN argumentative essay? (This is where you place your counterclaim if the essay is argumentative.)

• Although some people believe

• Finally,

• In the final analysis,

• Another

A transition word is needed at the beginning of each new paragraph

• True

• False

Which is the proper way to include the transition word, because?

• Because I didn't read my books; I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.

• Because I didn't read my books I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.

• Because I didn't read my books, I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.

• Because i didn't read my books, I received, a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.

Use a transition word to show order in the following sentence: 'She finished her dinner, ___________ she started her homework.'

• before

• while

• after

• then