Transition Words

Front

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

Back

In addition

Front

Robert fell asleep in French class; ___________, he missed the entire lesson. Options: consequently, for example, in addition, in contrast

Back

consequently

Front

Jake would like to read many books; ________, he doesn't have the time since he is working two jobs. Options: for instance, consequently, therefore, however

Back

however

Front

________ Cristo was extremely tired first period, he still managed to complete the assignment for the class. Options: As a result, Although, Furthermore, Meanwhile

Back

Although

Front

Melissa and Elizabeth had spent all their money at the book fair; _______________, they decided to skip shopping at the mall.
Options: in addition, furthermore, therefore, however

Back

therefore

Front

There was a malfunction in the smoke machines and lights, the curtains would not open and close properly, and one of the actors was sick with no stand-in. ______________, the play was a disaster.

Back

In conclusion

Front

Fill in the blank: ____________ the school choir performance, Monica, Elizabeth, and Melissa sang the holiday songs in Spanish. Options: During, Because of, Finally, Instead of

Back

During

Front

Do linking words help connect ideas, sentences, phrases, and paragraphs?

Back

True

Front

Do transition words confuse writing, making relationships unclear?

Back

false

Front

Jesse is an animal lover. ________, he adores penguins and pandas.

Back

Specifically