Transition Words and Phrases

Transition Words and Phrases

In this crazy, mixed-up world of ours, transitions glue our ideas and our essays together.

Transition words and phrases are like the "glue" that connects our ideas together. They are also like the "bridge" that connects our ideas! Either way you look at it, transitions help make our writing flow better!

Some transitions show order such as:

• First,

• Next,

• After that,

• Then,

• Finally,

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions fits best in the blank?

We went to the park on Saturday morning. ___________ we went to have lunch at Pizza Hut.

• After that,

• To begin

• First of all,

Transitions can also be used to show contrast (the opposite) such as:

• On the other hand,

• Otherwise,

• However,

• But,

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions fits best in the blank?

Pizza sounds really good to me right now. _______ burgers sound really good, too!

• Suddenly,

• On the other hand,

• First,

• To begin,

Transitions can be used to add proof in our writing such as:

• For example,

• For instance,

• In fact,

Multiple Select

Which of the following transitions help when giving proof to your reader? (Choose two)

• First,

• Lastly,

• For example,

• For instance,

Transitions to compare include:

• Likewise,

• Similarly,

• In the same way,

• Also,

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions fits best in the blank?

I really love pizza. ________ I think burgers are amazing, too!

• In the same way,

• First,

• Lastly,

• For example,

They introduce new ideas.

They connect key information (fun details) in our writing by showing:

Time Order

Examples

Additional Information

Compare and contrast

Emphasis

Conclusions

First let's talk about time order transitions.

examples of these words are first, next, then, finally. These words show an order of how things will be presented or the order in which an activity is performed.

Multiple Choice

Each winter, my family and I go on a family trip. We love to travel! __________ we think about what activities we could do in each place.

• First

• Next

Multiple Choice

__________we check out flights and hotels to see if there are any great deals.

• Also

• Then

Multiple Choice

__________, we choose a destination and begin planning specific details.

• Finally

• However

Examples

These types of transition words are used when you are writing informational types of text. You are telling the reader about a certain subject that must be supported by evidence.

Multiple Choice

Exercise is something that people do for physical wellness. ____________, exercise provides benefits to our mental health.

• However

• In addition

Multiple Choice

___________, it helps reduce stress, increase weight loss, and strengthen muscles.

• For example

• But

Multiple Choice

Many people enjoy the act of exercising. _________ health benefit of exercise is that it helps us to sleep better.

• Another

• Also

Multiple Choice

_______, the health benefits of exercise can improve a person's life.

• And

• In conclusion

Additional information

These types of transitions are effective for reinforcing ideas, adding information and showing agreement with other information.

Examples of these transitions are :

In addition

By the same token

One one hand

After

Furthermore

As a result

To start

then

As well as

Multiple Choice

Imagine a cafeteria in which all students could sit wherever they wanted, regardless of class. __________ , some students may wish to choose their seats.

• On one hand

• After

Multiple Choice

________, some students may rather have assigned seats. I believe that we should be able to choose our own seats.

• On the other hand

• Also

Multiple Choice

________, students would be able to talk to their friends at lunch instead of during the teacher's lesson.

• As a result

• To begin

Multiple Choice

_________, we should pick our own seats.

• Then

• In conclusion

Multiple Choice

_________, we should pick our own seats.

• Then

• In conclusion

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions fits best in the blank?

I studied really hard for the test. ______ I got the highest grade in the class!

• Consequently,

• Next,

• Lastly,

• Similarly,

Multiple Select

Which of the transition words below show order? (select 3)

• First,

• Next,

• For example,

• Lastly,

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions best connects these two sentences?

Riding my bike is my favorite thing to do. ________ one time, I rode my bike for so long that my mom was worried that I got lost.

• For example,

• First,

• On the other hand,

• Then,

Multiple Choice

Identify the transition word or phrase.
Kylen hit a three-pointer from halfcourt, consequently, his team won.

• three-pointer
• Kylen
• consequently
• won

Transitions can be used to add more information such as:

• Furthermore,

• Moreover,

• In addition,

• Also,

Multiple Choice

Which of the following transitions could best complete this sentence?

My teacher is the greatest because he is so nice. _______, I think he's great because he teaches us all about writing.

• Moreover

• After that

• First

• However