Sequence

Which transition word shows that two events happened at the same time?

• First

• Finally

• meanwhile

Which transition word shows that an event happened after a long time?

• Suddenly

• Finally

• next

Durell realized that his rabbit was missing. Then, he noticed tiny footprints on the table. What does the transition word Then show?

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints after he realized his rabbit was missing

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints before he realized his rabbit was missing

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints after a very long time

Durell went to clean up the mess Slippers made in the hallway. Meanwhile, Slippers continued to splash around in the tub. What does the transition word Meanwhile show?

• It shows that Durell cleaned up before Slippers got in the tub

• It shows that Durell waited for Slippers to stop splashing before he cleaned up

• It shows that Durell cleaned up at the same time that Slippers splashed in the tub.

Olive and Prima were getting ready for school. First, both girls got out of bed and ate breakfast. Then, Prima took a shower. Meanwhile, Olive packed their lunches. “Thanks, Olive!” said Prima. Which event happened before Prima took a shower?

• Prima thanked Olive

• Olive packed their lunches

• Olive and Prima ate breakfast