Transitional Phrases

____________I didn't like to spend time reading in class, but I enjoy it now.

• next
• eventually
• overall
• initially

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

You'd better take a taxi. ___, you'll arrive late.

• Consequently
• Furthermore
• Otherwise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

The weather was terrible. ___, we decided to delay our trip.

• Furthermore
• Besides
• Therefore

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

_____________ this diet consists of non-meat food sources, a vegetarian typically consumes less fat and cholesterol than an individual who consumes meat.

• Consequently
• Because
• Furthermore
• Instead

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Jennifer and Gloria thought there was no homework; ____________ there is always 30 minutes of reading a good book for homework.

• in fact,
• as a result,
• therefore,
• consequently,

Tags

CCSS.W.6.1C

CCSS.W.6.2C

It is important to complete your homework; _____________ it should be turned in on time.

• furthermore,
• nevertheless,
• otherwise,
• although,

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.W.6.2C

Bowling is a sport in which the player with the highest score wins. _____, in golf, the lowest score wins.

• Indeed

• Finally

• Furthermore

• On the other hand

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Check your written application carefully and correct your mistakes. _____ submit it to the employer.

• Besides

• Clearly

• Finally

• While

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

The benefits of eating a low fat diet include improved energy levels, lowered cholesterol, and fewer digestive issues _____ improved cardiovascular health.

• along with

• conversely

• obviously

• thirdly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Supporters of Clinton say she has experience _____ her opponents say she does not.

• along with

• indeed

• following

• whereas

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6