Sequence in Context

Which transition word shows that two events happened at the same time?

• first

• finally

• meanwhile

Which transition word shows that an event happened after a long time?

• suddenly

• finally

• next

Read the sentences below.

Durell realized that his rabbit was missing. Then, he noticed tiny footprints on the table.

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints after he realized his rabbit was missing.

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints before he realized his rabbit was missing.

• It shows that Durell noticed footprints after a very long time.

Read the sentences below.

Durell went to clean up the mess Slippers made in the hallway. Meanwhile, Slippers continued to splash around in the tub.

• It shows that Durell cleaned up before Slippers got in the tub.

• It shows that Durell waited for Slippers to stop splashing before he cleaned up.

• It shows that Durell cleaned up at the same time that Slippers splashed in the tub.

Read the passage below.

Three witches were making a potion. First, they took out their spell book. Then, they put the ingredients into their pot. After the potion began to boil, they poured it into a bottle. Later, the witches sold the potion at the market.

Which event happened last?

• The potion began to boil.

• The witches sold the potion.

• The witches took out their spell book.

Read the passage below.

Olive and Prima were getting ready for school. First, both girls got out of bed and ate breakfast. Then, Prima took a shower. Meanwhile, Olive packed their lunches. "Thanks, Olive!" said Prima.

Which event happened before Prima took a shower?

• Prima thanked Olive.

• Olive packed their lunches.

• Olive and Prima ate breakfast.