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 addition.

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Moreover

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What transitional phrase can be used to show a result?

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As a result

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Which transitional word would you use to contrast two ideas?

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However

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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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Provide an example of a transitional phrase that indicates time.

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After that

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What transitional word can be used to introduce an example?

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For example

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Identify a transitional phrase that shows a conclusion.

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In conclusion

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What transitional word can indicate a cause?

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Because

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Which transitional phrase can be used to summarize information?

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In summary