Analyzing Transitions in Context

What is the purpose of transition words in writing?

• To link ideas and improve flow

• To make sentences longer

• To replace punctuation

• To summarize key details.

Which transition signals a contrast between two ideas?

• Therefore

• In addition

• However

• For instance

What type of relationship does 'as a result' show?

• Contrast

• Cause and effect

• Sequence

• Addition

Which transition would BEST introduce an additional supporting detail?

• Furthermore

• Nevertheless

• Instead

• Consequently

Which of these is an example of a subtle relationship transition?

• Because

• First

• Next

• Although

Which transition is MOST appropriate? "The team launched the new app; ___, user engagement increased by 40%."

• in contrast

• as a result

• likewise

• despite this

Which sentence uses ‘nevertheless’ correctly?

• He worked hard; nevertheless, he won the award.

• She enjoys cooking; nevertheless, she made a cake.

• We arrived early; nevertheless, the event was already crowded.

• The forecast was sunny; nevertheless, we wore sunglasses.

Which transition fits best? "The invention of electricity led to new technology. ___, modern industries evolved."

• Similarly

• Accordingly

• Meanwhile

• Despite this.

What transition best connects these ideas? "The experiment failed due to errors. ___, a second trial was necessary."

• For instance

• Therefore

• Nonetheless

• Likewise

Which transition best fits? "The city's population has doubled in one year. ___, housing prices have risen dramatically."

• Consequently
• However

• Similarly

• In contrast