Transition Words in Writing

Which of the following transition words can be used to show agreement?

• However

• In addition (to)

• Next

• In conclusion

Which transition word can be used to forge connections between different sentences?

• However

• In conclusion

• Next

• Coupled with

Which of the following transition words can be used to demonstrate comparisons?

• Likewise

• In conclusion

• Next

• However

Which of the following transition words best links the two ideas in the sentence: "The experiment was a success. ______, the results were unexpected."?

• However

• Therefore

• Similarly

• Meanwhile

Choose the transition that best fits the sentence: "The weather was terrible. ______, the event was canceled."

• In contrast

• As a result

• For example

• In addition

Which transition word best clarifies the relationship in the sentence: "The project was challenging. ______, it was completed on time."

• However

• Therefore

• Similarly

• Meanwhile

Identify the appropriate transition word: "The new policy was implemented. ______, employee satisfaction improved."

• Conversely

• As a result

• Nevertheless

• In contrast

Identify the transition word that best clarifies the relationship between these two sentences: "The team worked hard all season. ______, they won the championship."

• Nevertheless

• Consequently

• Conversely

• Similarly

Select the transition word that best links these ideas: "She studied diligently for weeks. ______, she passed the exam with flying colors."

• Meanwhile

• Consequently

• Nevertheless

• Similarly

Choose the transition that best fits the sentence: "The book was lengthy. ______, it was engaging from start to finish."

• In addition

• However

• For example

• Consequently