Transitions

During the war of 1812, the Royal Navy had more ships than the U.S. Navy; ___, they were able to maintain a tight blockade on American waters and transport British Army troops to American shores.

• nonetheless

• otherwise

• in contrast

• therefore

He didn't earn enough money. ___, his wife decided to get a job.

• Moreover

• Therefore

• Although

Mother didn't have time to go to the store; _____________, there was no milk in the refrigerator.

• nevertheless

• although

• consequently

• however

There is no homework tonight; ____________, there has been no homework all week.

• in fact

• as a result

• therefore

• consequently 

James and his team didn't finish the project; ____________, they did work hard.

• actually

• however

• therefore

• in addition

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

• nevertheless

• similarly

• moreover

• otherwise

It is important to complete your homework; _____________, it should be turned in on time.

• furthermore

• nevertheless

• otherwise

• although

Ms. Jones can be grumpy sometimes; ______________, we should help her whenever we can.

• for instance

• furthermore

• nevertheless

• instead

The rhino in Africa is threatened with extinction; ________________, many species of gorilla are also endangered.

• consequently

• nevertheless

• similarly

• so

This transition can be used to add another fact

• Truly

• In conclusion

• Finally

• In addition