Transitional Words and Phrases

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What are transitional words and phrases?

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Transitional words and phrases are words that connect ideas and help to guide the reader through a text. They indicate relationships between ideas, such as addition, contrast, cause and effect, and sequence.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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Give an example of a transitional phrase that indicates contrast.

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However is an example of a transitional phrase that indicates contrast.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What transitional phrase would you use to show a result?

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Therefore is a transitional phrase used to show a result.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What does the transitional phrase 'for example' indicate?

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'For example' is used to introduce a specific instance or illustration of a general statement.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What transitional word can be used to indicate simultaneous actions?

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Simultaneously is a transitional word that indicates actions happening at the same time.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What is the purpose of using transitional words in writing?

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Transitional words help to create coherence and clarity in writing by linking sentences and paragraphs.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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Provide a transitional phrase that shows concession.

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Nevertheless is a transitional phrase that shows concession.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What transitional phrase would you use to indicate a cause?

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Because is a transitional phrase that indicates a cause.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What does 'despite' indicate in a sentence?

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'Despite' indicates that something happens regardless of a particular condition or situation.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

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What transitional phrase can be used to show addition?

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Additionally is a transitional phrase that can be used to show addition.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6