Transition Words Practice

Front

Transition word

Back

Words that smoothly connect thoughts and ideas

Answer explanation

Transition words are essential for linking ideas and ensuring a smooth flow in writing. The correct choice, 'Words that smoothly connect thoughts and ideas,' accurately defines their purpose in enhancing coherence.

Front

What compares TWO different ideas?

Back

Contrast

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Contrast' because it specifically refers to comparing two different ideas, highlighting their differences. The other options do not focus on comparison.

Front

What transition word shows a contrast/difference?

Back

However

Answer explanation

The transition word "However," indicates a contrast or difference between ideas. It signals that what follows will present an opposing viewpoint or a different perspective, making it the correct choice.

Front

Which is not a kind of transition word? Mordor, Order

Back

Order

Answer explanation

'Order' is not a transition word; it refers to arrangement or sequence. In contrast, 'Mordor' is a fictional place and also not a transition word. Transition words include terms like 'first', 'next', and 'finally'.

Front

What adds more to ideas?

Back

Addition

Answer explanation

Addition enhances ideas by providing more information or elements, making them richer and more comprehensive. In contrast, order, contrast, and emphasis serve different purposes but do not inherently add to the ideas themselves.

Front

However

Back

shows a difference between two sentences/ideas

Answer explanation

The transition phrase 'However' indicates a contrast or difference between two sentences or ideas, making 'shows a difference between two sentences/ideas' the correct choice.

Front

To conclude

Back

ending reason or final statement

Answer explanation

The phrase 'To conclude' signals the end of a discussion, summarizing the main points or providing a final statement. Therefore, the correct choice is 'ending reason or final statement'.

Front

In addition

Back

also, add more information/details

Answer explanation

The phrase 'In addition' is used to introduce extra information or details that complement what has already been stated. Therefore, the correct choice is 'also, add more information/details'.

Front

My dog loves to go on walks and play fetch. ___________, he loves to have his tummy rubbed.

Back

Also

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Also' because it adds an additional fact about the dog's preferences. The sentence indicates that in addition to enjoying walks and fetch, the dog also loves tummy rubs.

Front

We went to the park and the library. _________, we got ice cream.

Back

Then

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Then' because it indicates a sequence of events. After going to the park and library, it logically follows that we got ice cream next. 'In conclusion' and 'However' do not fit this context.