Transition Linkers - Compare & Contrast

The weather in summer is warm and sunny, _____ winter brings cold temperatures and snow.

• nevertheless

• as a result

• in contrast

• likewise

Reading fiction and watching movies are popular forms of entertainment; ____, they transport audiences to imaginary worlds and evoke emotions.

• hence

• meanwhile

• similarly

• in contrast

Apples are commonly used in pies, _____ bananas are typically eaten raw.

• likewise

• nonetheless

• whereas

• as a result

Both cats and dogs make great pets, _____ each has unique characteristics.

• consequently

• however

• thus

• meanwhile

Learning to cook and learning to bake both involve following recipes and mastering culinary techniques; ____, they allow individuals to express their creativity in the kitchen.

• however

• consequently

• likewise

• in contrast

__________ swimming and cycling are excellent forms of cardiovascular exercise

• Nevertheless

• Furthermore

• Both

• Consequently

John enjoys playing basketball; _____, his brother prefers soccer.

• therefore

• on the other hand

• similarly

• thus