Narrative Transition Words

Front

Identify the transition word: 'After finishing his homework, John went out to play.'

Back

After

Front

Transition word for cause and effect in a narrative?

Back

because

Front

Use 'meanwhile' in a sentence.

Back

I was cooking dinner; meanwhile, my husband was setting the table.

Front

Transition word for time progression in a story?

Back

then

Front

Identify the transition word: 'She was tired; however, she continued to work.'

Back

however

Front

Use 'consequently' in a sentence.

Back

She forgot her umbrella, and consequently got soaked in the rain.

Front

Transition word for contrasting idea in a narrative?

Back

however

Front

Transition word indicating a change in location:

Back

Meanwhile

Front

Identify the transition word: 'The weather was bad; therefore, the picnic was canceled.'

Back

therefore

Front

Use 'subsequently' in a sentence.

Back

She finished her homework and subsequently went to bed.