Transition Words Practice

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What is a transition word?

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A transition word is a word or phrase that connects ideas, sentences, or paragraphs, helping to guide the reader through the text.

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What is the purpose of the transition phrase 'as a result'?

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The phrase 'as a result' is used to conclude or summarize the effects of a situation or action.

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What does the transition word 'for instance' indicate?

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The transition word 'for instance' indicates that an example is about to be provided.

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In the sentence 'Emily wanted to sit next to Michael; ________, the teacher sat her next to someone else.', which transition word fits best?

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The best fit is 'Instead', indicating a contrast to Emily's desire.

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What type of transition does 'therefore' represent?

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'Therefore' is an example of a cause and effect transition.

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What does 'in addition' imply in a sentence?

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'In addition' implies that more information is being added to what has already been stated.

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What is the function of the transition word 'however'?

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'However' is used to introduce a contrast or exception to the previous statement.

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What does the transition phrase 'meanwhile' indicate?

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'Meanwhile' indicates that two events are happening at the same time.

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What is the role of transition words in writing?

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

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Give an example of a transition word used for comparison.

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An example of a transition word used for comparison is 'similarly'.