Transition Words

Explain how the use of 'because' in a sentence indicates a cause and effect relationship.

• The use of 'because' in a sentence indicates a comparison between two things.

• The use of 'because' in a sentence indicates a time sequence of events.

• The use of 'because' in a sentence indicates a contradiction between ideas.

• The use of 'because' in a sentence indicates a cause and effect relationship by connecting the reason (cause) to the result (effect).

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CCSS.L.6.6

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CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Provide an example of a comparison transition word and explain how it is used.

• in conclusion

• 'however'

• furthermore

• nevertheless

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

What transition word can be used to show contrast between two ideas? Provide an example sentence.

• nevertheless

• on the other hand

• however

• in contrast

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Arrange the following words in the correct sequence using appropriate transition words: First, next, then, finally.

• First, next, then, finally

• Finally, then, next, first

• First, then, next, finally

• Next, finally, then, first

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Give an example of a transition word that is used to provide an example or illustration.

• for instance

• for example

• like

• as an example

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Summarize the main points of the passage using appropriate transition words.

• Summarize the passage without connecting points

• Identify key ideas, use transition words to connect points

• Identify key ideas without using transition words

• Use transition words to summarize the passage

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

How does the use of 'therefore' differ from 'however' in a sentence?

• The use of 'therefore' indicates a conclusion or result, while 'however' introduces a contrasting idea or exception.

• The use of 'therefore' introduces a contrasting idea or exception, while 'however' indicates a conclusion or result.

• Both 'therefore' and 'however' are used to express causation in a sentence.

• The use of 'therefore' and 'however' is interchangeable in a sentence.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Explain the difference between 'similarly' and 'likewise' in terms of comparison transition words.

• Similarly is used for indicating agreement, while likewise is used for comparing similarities.

• Similarly is used for emphasizing differences, while likewise is used for comparing similarities.

• Similarly is used for contrasting ideas, while likewise is used for indicating disagreement.

• Similarly is used for comparing similarities, while likewise is used for indicating agreement or confirmation.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Provide an example of a sentence using a contrast transition word 'although'.

• Although the food was delicious, he didn't finish his plate.

• Although the sun was shining, it was cold outside.

• Although it was raining, they decided to go for a walk.

• Although she was tired, she stayed up all night.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Create a sequence of events using transition words 'afterward', 'meanwhile', and 'subsequently'.

• First, something happened. Afterward, another event occurred. Meanwhile, a third situation unfolded. Subsequently, the final outcome was achieved.

• Initially, in the meantime, lastly

• Beforehand, during, finally

• First, then, lastly

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6