Mastering Transition Words

Which transition word best shows a sequence of events at the beginning of this sentence: "_ the storm passed, we emerged from our shelter."

• After

• However

• Moreover

• Therefore

Choose the most appropriate transition to begin this sentence: "_ we had studied for hours, we still felt unprepared for the exam."

• Moreover

• Although

• Finally

• Next

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CCSS.W.9-10.2C

What transition word best indicates contrast at the start of this sentence: "_ the weather forecast predicted rain, the day turned out to be sunny."

• Similarly

• Furthermore

• Despite

• Initially

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CCSS.W.9-10.1C

Which transition signals an additional point in this sentence: "_ the new policy increased productivity, employee satisfaction improved."

• Furthermore

• Meanwhile

• Nevertheless

• Initially

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CCSS.W.9-10.2C

Select the best transition to show cause and effect: "_ he forgot to set his alarm, he missed the morning meeting."

• Meanwhile

• Because

• Similarly

• Furthermore

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CCSS.W.9-10.1C

Which transition word best shows sequence in this sentence: "_ we will discuss the environmental impact of plastic waste."

• However

• Moreover

• First

• Instead

Choose the transition that best shows contrast: "_ the high cost, the product's quality makes it worth buying."

• Despite

• Similarly

• Additionally

• Finally

What transition best indicates a conclusion: "_ , the evidence clearly supports our hypothesis."

• Initially

• Meanwhile

• Therefore

• Similarly

Which transition word best adds emphasis to this sentence: "_ , the research revealed surprising results."

• Next

• Indeed

• Unless

• Although

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CCSS.W.9-10.1C

Select the best transition to show time: "_ we began the experiment, we carefully reviewed the safety procedures."

• Moreover

• However

• Before

• Instead