To show contradiction (opposite), use a transition like:

however, but, although, conversely

Finish the second sentence. My older brother is the funniest person I know. For instance,

he can make our mother laugh just by rolling his eyes.

he recently became afraid of his own shadow.

I often feel myself longing for sleep when he speaks.

Choose the correct sentence goes before the following sentence. ____________. Nonetheless, Gregg and Deborah found themselves paddling around the fountain's shallow pool.

The public garden's rules clearly stated that visitors were not allowed to swim in the fountain.

Greg and Deborah desperately wished to swim in the public garden's fountain.

Greg and Deborah wore their swimsuits to the public gardens.

Greg and Deborah were always rebellious.

Finish the second sentence. My neighbor, Ms. Ramirez, is a little goofy. Indeed, she

insists on decorating her house with silly signs on Groundhog Day.

often leads me a hammer or wrench when I need it.

sometimes lets her dog into our yard.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "meanwhile" correctly?

The mayor supported building a new swimming pool. Meanwhile, the town's citizens opposed the plan.

I quickly ran to the store for more napkins. Meanwhile, "I'll be back!" I shouted, to my unconcerned guests as I hurried out the door.

I met my grandfather at the station. Meanwhile, I had really missed him.

My cousin often sleepwalks. Meanwhile, she thinks it is because of her realistic dreams.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "simultaneously" correctly?

The acrobat simultaneously juggled three balls and hula-hooped.

I had breakfast and simultaneously had dinner afterwards.

"I feel simultaneously," she announced, "so I can't stay for dinner."

Simultaneously, he ate the candy. Then, he had a toothache.

Finish the sentence. Ronnie walked to the grocery store despite

wearing very sensible walking shoes.

desperately needing more bananas.

planning to cook dinner later that day.

Finish the last sentence. Katrina should run for her city council. She is passionate about her city. Moreover,

she is well known and liked by her neighbors.

Anwita goes to bed early.she is timid and dislikes crowds.

Finish the last sentence. Bees are an important part of our ecosystem and are truly invaluable. In sum,

we should work to protect bees.

I have more questions about bees.

let me tell you more about bees.

let's continue exploring how bees buzz.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

To show a chronological event (movement in time), use a transition like:

also, another, like, too, in comparison

first, next, before, now, finally

besides, in addition, for example, furthermore

as a result, because, since, so , therefore

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

To show an addition (more information), use a transition like:

obviously, clearly, evidently

as a result, because, since, so

besides, for example, furthermore

but, yet, although, though

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

To show cause and effect (how and why things happen), use a transition like:

besides, for example, also, furthermore

first, next, before, later, finally

also, another, like, in comparison

as a result, since, consequently, because

Tags

CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

To show an ending, use a transition like:

for instance, such as, like

finally, in conclusion, lastly

although, furthermore, besides

first, next, later, after

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

To show an example (detail), use a transition like:

like, such as, for example, for instance

finally, lastly, in conclusion

but, yet, although, though

also, another, in comparison, too

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

You can come with us if you are ready; ___________, you will have to ride the bus.

nevertheless

similarly

moreover

otherwise

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

Andrew and Leo wanted to make honor roll this nine weeks; _________ they made sure to ask their teachers how they could raise their grades.

for instance,

as a result,

however,

in addition,

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

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Transitions

To show a chronological event (movement in time), use a transition like:

To show an addition (more information), use a transition like:

To show cause and effect (how and why things happen), use a transition like:

To show an ending, use a transition like:

To show an example (detail), use a transition like:

You can come with us if you are ready; ___________, you will have to ride the bus.

Andrew and Leo wanted to make honor roll this nine weeks; _________ they made sure to ask their teachers how they could raise their grades.

One C+ kept Yelitza from honor roll first quarter; ____ she's working extra hard this quarter to get all As and Bs.

Brayan's writing is really distinct; ______ I can hear his voice when I read the words he chooses.

Carlos started the year with low beginning grades; ______ he worked hard at home and pulled up all of his grades by the end of the nine weeks.

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