Transitions in Writing

Transitions in Writing

Assessment

Flashcard

English

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RI.5.5, L.1.6, RI.4.3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are transition words?

Back

Transition words are words or phrases that connect ideas and help the flow of writing. They guide readers through the text.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give examples of transition words used to show an example.

Back

Examples include: like, such as, for example, for instance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What transition word can be used to clarify or restate an idea?

Back

The transition word 'in other words' can be used to clarify or restate an idea.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What transition word indicates a result or consequence?

Back

The transition word 'as a result' indicates a result or consequence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What transition word can be used to show contrast?

Back

The transition word 'however' can be used to show contrast.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

Back

Transition words help to create coherence and clarity in writing by linking ideas and guiding the reader.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

List transition words that indicate cause and effect.

Back

Transition words that indicate cause and effect include: as a result, since, consequently, because.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

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