Connecting Ideas for Effective Writing

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Transition word used to show contrast between two ideas?

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However

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What is the purpose of using transition words in writing?

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To connect ideas smoothly

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Which transition word would best fit in the following sentence? "She was tired; _______, she continued to work." Options: Therefore, Meanwhile, Nevertheless, Similarly

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Nevertheless

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Identify the transition word in the sentence: "First, we need to gather all the materials."

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First

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Which sentence uses a transition word to show cause and effect? Options: She was hungry, so she ate a sandwich., He likes apples, but he doesn't like oranges., They went to the park, and they played soccer., She sings beautifully, yet she is shy.

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She was hungry, so she ate a sandwich.

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Choose the best transition word to complete the sentence: "He studied hard for the exam; _______, he passed with flying colors." Options: Otherwise, Consequently, Nevertheless, Similarly

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Consequently

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Which transition word would best fit in the following sentence? "The weather was terrible. _______, we decided to cancel the picnic." Options: Moreover, In contrast, As a result, Similarly

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As a result

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Which transition word would best fit in the following sentence? "He was very tired. _______, he managed to finish the race." Options: Consequently, However, For instance, In addition

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However

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Which sentence uses a transition word to add information? Options: She was tired; however, she continued to work., He is not only smart but also very kind., They were late, so they missed the bus., She likes to read, yet she doesn't have much time.

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He is not only smart but also very kind.

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Choose the best transition word to complete the sentence: "The team played well. _______, they won the championship." Options: Nevertheless, Consequently, For example, In contrast

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Consequently