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.

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.

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.

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

first, next, before, now, finally

also, another, like, too, in comparison

besides, in addition, for example, furthermore

as a result, because, since, so , therefore

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

besides, for example, furthermore

as a result, because, since, so

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

as a result, since, consequently, because

besides, for example, also, furthermore

first, next, before, later, finally

also, another, like, in comparison

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

like, such as, for example, for instance

also, another, in comparison, too

Transition words make your writing flow. When you are moving from one idea to the next, a transition is a quick way to help explain how the two ideas relate. Depending on the relationship between the two things you're connecting, you'll use different transitions. Some transitions show contrast; others give examples. According to this passage, how can transition words help your writing?

Transition words make it clear how your ideas relate.

Transition words make your writing more specific.

Transition words add complexity to your ideas.

Transition words make your ideas harder to follow.

TRANSITIONS

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2 mins • 1 pt

Why do we use transitions?

To make us sound interesting

To make the writing flow and connect our ideas

to be mean to our readers

Because we want to finish quickly

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

_______ they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time.

Although

Despite

First

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

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

eventually

overall

initially

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

________ you put the cheese on your crust, don't forget to lather it with marinara sauce.

Before

Initially

Later

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

______, Jean painted her room. Then, she bought a new dresser.

Specifically

First

Truly

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CCSS.L.1.1G

CCSS.L.3.1H

CCSS.L.5.1A

CCSS.L.5.1E

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Most animals sleep like people do; they lie down. ____________ birds and horses sleep while standing up!

For example

Likewise

However

Where

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

A good homework space is well-lit, with paper and pencils. _________, it is quiet and distraction free.

However

In addition

All in all

Although

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

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TRANSITIONS

Why do we use transitions?

_______ they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time.

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

________ you put the cheese on your crust, don't forget to lather it with marinara sauce.

______, Jean painted her room. Then, she bought a new dresser.

Most animals sleep like people do; they lie down. ____________ birds and horses sleep while standing up!

A good homework space is well-lit, with paper and pencils. _________, it is quiet and distraction free.

My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.

Which of these would be a good transition to BEGIN a composition?

I could really go for some Chinese food for dinner. _______, pizza would be great too.

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