Transition Words

1. in addition; giving more information

• a) further

• b) After all

• c) Consequently

• d) furthermore

Answer explanation

The correct choice is d) furthermore, as it means 'in addition' and provides more information. While a) further also suggests additional information, 'furthermore' is the more precise term for this context.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5C

despite what has just been said. The more usual word is nevertheless.

• Sequence transition words

• Simultaneously

• In spite of

• nonetheless

Answer explanation

The phrase 'despite what has just been said' indicates a contrast, which is effectively captured by 'nonetheless'. It serves as a synonym for 'nevertheless', making it the correct choice in this context.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Besides; in addition to what was just stated

• concession

• In fact

• moreover

• generally

Answer explanation

The term 'moreover' is used to add information, aligning with 'besides' and 'in addition to what was just stated'. It indicates a continuation of thought, making it the correct choice over the other options.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

usually, commonly

• furthermore

• similar to

• Evidence transition words

• generally

Answer explanation

The term 'generally' aligns with 'usually' and 'commonly' as it indicates a common occurrence or generalization. The other options do not convey the same meaning, making 'generally' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

5. more than usually; very, extremely

• further

• Moreover

• In contrast

• especially

Answer explanation

The term 'especially' means more than usually or very, which aligns perfectly with the definition provided. Other options like 'further' and 'moreover' do not convey the same intensity.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

to a greater degree or extent, additionally

• By contrast

• On the contrary

• further

• even though

Answer explanation

The phrase 'to a greater degree or extent, additionally' is best captured by 'further', which indicates an increase or addition. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

7. plus, as well, furthermore

• As a result

• adjacent to

• in fact

• in addition

Answer explanation

The terms 'plus', 'as well', and 'furthermore' all indicate an addition of information. Therefore, 'in addition' is the correct choice as it directly conveys the same meaning of adding more information.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.5B

CCSS.L.6.5C

looking at the differences, conversely

• significantly

• hence

• After all

• in contrast

Answer explanation

The phrase 'looking at the differences, conversely' suggests a comparison that highlights opposing aspects. 'In contrast' effectively conveys this idea, making it the correct choice, while the other options do not fit the context.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.W.6.2C

actually, as a matter of fact

• moreover

• in addition

• To begin

• in fact

Answer explanation

The phrase 'actually, as a matter of fact' is best matched with 'in fact' as it emphasizes the truth of a statement. 'Moreover' and 'in addition' suggest adding information, while 'To begin' indicates a starting point.

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CCSS.W.6.2C

happening after something else (time)

• especially

• Addition

• in fact

• subsequently

Answer explanation

The term 'subsequently' means occurring after something else in time, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this temporal relationship.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4