Time Connectives

Front

What are time connectives?

Back

Words or phrases that help to show the order of events in a story.

Front

Give an example of a time connective that shows the first event.

Back

First

Front

What does 'next' indicate in a sequence of events?

Back

It shows what happens after the first event.

Front

What does 'finally' mean in a sequence?

Back

It indicates the last event in a series.

Front

What is the purpose of using time connectives in writing?

Back

To help readers understand the order of events.

Front

What does 'after that' suggest?

Back

It indicates that something happens following a previous event.

Front

What is a time connective that can be used to show something happening soon?

Back

Soon

Front

What does 'later' mean in a sequence of events?

Back

It indicates that something happens after a certain time.

Front

What is the meaning of 'at first'?

Back

It refers to the beginning of a sequence of events.

Front

What does 'eventually' imply?

Back

It suggests that something will happen after a period of time.