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 sentences and paragraphs.

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Give an example of a transitional word that indicates a result.

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As a result.

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What transitional word can be used to contrast two ideas?

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However.

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What does the transitional phrase 'simultaneously' indicate?

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It indicates that two events are happening at the same time.

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What transitional word can be used to show concession?

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Despite.

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Provide an example of a transitional phrase that indicates addition.

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Furthermore.

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What is the purpose of using transitional words in writing?

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To improve the flow of writing and clarify the relationships between ideas.

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What transitional word would you use to indicate a sequence of events?

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Then.

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What does 'nevertheless' imply in a sentence?

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It implies that something happens in spite of a previous statement.

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What transitional phrase can be used to introduce an example?

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For example.