Quiz on Transition Signals

What is the main purpose of transition signals in writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To make sentences longer

• To add unnecessary words

• To indicate coherence

Which of the following is an example of a causative transition signal?

• In addition

• However

• Consequently

• Moreover

What type of transition signal is 'on the contrary'?

• Chronology

• Contrast

• Addition

• Comparison

Which transition signal indicates a summary or conclusion?

• For example

• Despite

• Because

• In conclusion

What is the function of the transition signal 'furthermore'?

• To show contrast

• To add information

• To indicate time

• To clarify

Which of the following transition signals is used for illustration?

• Therefore

• Specifically

• Yet

• However

What does the transition signal 'in addition' imply?

• It summarizes previous points

• It indicates a contrast

• It shows a cause and effect relationship

• It introduces a new idea

Which transition signal would you use to indicate a condition?

• Moreover

• In fact

• If

• Consequently

What type of transition signal is 'as a result'?

• Addition

• Clarification

• Cause/Effect

• Comparison

Which of the following is NOT a type of transition signal mentioned?

• Comparison

• Chronology

• Exaggeration

• Clarification