Transition Words and the Persuasive Writing Process

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Best transition word for: 'To reduce discipline issues, our school requires uniforms; most students oppose.'

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but

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Select the appropriate transition: Many scholars believe Amelia Earhardt was influential; others feel Susan B. Anthony played a more important role.

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however

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Principal added detention for littering; campus became cleaner overnight.

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consequently

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Iditarod: dogs run for hours without a break.

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for instance

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Jacob loves cookies and cupcakes; select the best transition word.

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in particular

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New highway through backyard; decided to move.

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therefore

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Builds credibility and trust.

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Ethos

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Uses numbers, logic, or facts to support an argument

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Logos

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Appeals to audience’s emotions

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Pathos

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Writing that aims to convince readers to believe in an idea and take action.

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Persuasive