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 an example is about to come.

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For instance.

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What transition word can be used to introduce examples of an idea that was just mentioned?

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Such as.

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Fill in the blank: Karen is rich; ________ her cousin Kate is poor.

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However.

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What transition word suggests a consequence or result?

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Therefore.

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Fill in the blank: You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.

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Otherwise.

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What transition word can be used to add information?

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Furthermore.

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Fill in the blank: We live in the same building; ___, we hardly see each other.

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However.

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What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

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

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Name a transition word that indicates contrast.

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Nonetheless.