WL Transitional Words and Phrases Practice 1

Cortez loves making people laugh; ___, he often tells jokes during lunch.

• however

• for example

• moreover

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Lupe is kind to everyone in his class. ___, he makes sure to include everyone in group activities.

• Similarly

• In contrast

• For instance

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Gabryela stayed late to help clean up after the school event. ___, she shows her respect for her teachers and classmates.

• Therefore

• On the other hand

• In conclusion

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Heaven worked on her project for hours; ___, she made sure every detail was perfect.

• however

• similarly

• in other words

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Fatima always greets people with a smile. ___, she brings positive energy wherever she goes.

• Likewise

• Yet

• In contrast

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Riah prepared for her presentation carefully; ___, she practiced speaking in front of her family every evening.

• in the same way

• as a result

• for instance

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Shiyah is respectful to everyone, ___ she takes the time to listen to different opinions during discussions.

• because

• for example

• although

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Bryce is known for his sense of humor; ___, he can make anyone laugh during a stressful situation.

• most importantly

• consequently

• in fact

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Jayden always completes her homework on time; ___, she helps her friends study for tests.

• in addition

• on the contrary

• therefore

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Cortez and Heaven worked diligently on their group project. ___, their teacher praised their effort and teamwork.

• Likewise

• As a result

• Instead

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6