Mastering Transitional Phrases context Education

What is the function of the word 'furthermore' in a sentence?

• To add information or support to a previous statement.

• To introduce a question.

• To express a contrast between ideas.

• To conclude a statement.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Identify the transitional phrase that indicates a contrast: 'on the other hand' or 'hence'?

• as a result

• therefore

• on the other hand

• in addition

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

How does the word 'thus' contribute to the logical flow of a sentence?

• The word 'thus' is used to emphasize a point without indicating a conclusion.

• The word 'thus' indicates a conclusion or result, enhancing the logical flow of a sentence.

• The word 'thus' introduces a new topic in the sentence.

• The word 'thus' serves as a synonym for 'and'.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Which phrase would you use to introduce an opposing idea: 'in contrast' or 'indeed'?

• without a doubt

• certainly

• in contrast

• in agreement

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Evaluate the effectiveness of the argument: 'The weather was bad; however, we went hiking.' Is it strong or weak?

• valid

• convincing

• weak

• strong

What does 'regardless' imply about the relationship between two ideas?

• It suggests that both ideas are equally important.

• It indicates that one idea supports the other.

• It implies that one idea is independent of the other.

• It means that the two ideas are directly related.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Choose the correct transitional phrase to show a conclusion: 'therefore' or 'otherwise'?

• conversely

• nevertheless

• however

• therefore

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

In the sentence 'The project was challenging; nevertheless, we succeeded,' what role does 'nevertheless' play?

• It indicates contrast.

• It introduces a new idea.

• It emphasizes a point.

• It provides an example.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

How does 'even so' function in a sentence compared to 'on the contrary'?

• 'Even so' is used for emphasis, while 'on the contrary' is used for clarification.

• 'Even so' suggests a cause, while 'on the contrary' suggests a result.

• 'Even so' shows agreement, while 'on the contrary' shows similarity.

• 'Even so' indicates concession, while 'on the contrary' indicates opposition.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Identify the phrase that suggests a logical consequence: 'hence' or 'in contrast'?

• therefore

• similarly

• however

• hence

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6