Transition Words

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What are transition words?

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Transition words are words or phrases that connect ideas, sentences, or paragraphs, helping to guide the reader through the text.

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Give an example of a transition word that indicates addition.

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Furthermore

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What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

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Transition words help to clarify relationships between ideas, improve the flow of writing, and enhance coherence.

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Identify a transition word that shows contrast.

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However

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What transition word would you use to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship?

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Therefore

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What is a participle?

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A participle is a verb form that can function as an adjective, often ending in -ing or -ed.

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Provide an example of a participle used in a sentence.

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Defying gravity, the magician surprised the audience.

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What is a participle opener?

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A participle opener is a phrase that begins with a participle, setting the stage for the main clause.

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Combine these sentences using a participle opener: 'The sun set. It painted the sky orange.'

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Setting, the sun painted the sky orange.

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What transition word would you use to show similarity?

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Similarly