Transition Words Lesson

Elizabeth had been studying for hours; ____________, she hoped to do well on the test.

• similarly

• therefore

• nevertheless

• however

Jared ate and ate; ____________ , he never gained weight.

• nevertheless

• furthermore

• more over

• in addition

Jared is an avid wrestler. ____________ to playing the sport, he loves to watch matches on television.

• However

• As a result

• In addition

• Meanwhile

Robert fell asleep in French class; ___________, he missed the entire lesson.

• consequently

• for example

• in addition

• in contrast

This transition word indicates that an example is about to come.

• Consequently

• Nonetheless

• In conclusion

• For instance

This transition word means that a statement is very much like the previous statement.

• Despite

• However

• Similarly

• Consequently

Kevin studies all the time; ___________, Carl never studies.

• in contrast

• similarly

• in fact

• as a result

Jake would like to read many books; ________, he doesn't have the time since he is working two jobs.

• for instance

• consequently

• therefore

• however

Cristo was extremely tired first period, he still managed to complete the assignment for the class.

• As a result

• Although

• Furthermore

• Meanwhile

Melissa and Elizabeth had spent all their money at the book fair;_______________, they decided to skip shopping at the mall.

• in addition

• furthermore

• therefore

• however