Writing STAAR Prep 2020: Transition Words

What does the transition phrase 'Such as' introduce?

• It introduces one or more examples of an idea that was just mentioned.

• It indicates a contrast between two ideas.

• It summarizes the main point of a discussion.

• It introduces a conclusion or final thought.

What is the purpose of transition words in writing?

• They help connect ideas and improve the flow of writing.

• They are used to create complex sentences.

• They serve as decorative elements in writing.

• They replace the need for punctuation.

What does 'For instance' do in a sentence?

• It introduces a specific example to illustrate a point.

• It concludes a statement with a summary.

• It contrasts two different ideas.

• It emphasizes the importance of a statement.

What does 'Indeed' emphasize in a statement?

• It introduces a new idea or concept.

• It confirms or reinforces the truth of the previous statement.

• It expresses doubt about the previous statement.

• It provides an example of the previous statement.

Fill in the blank: Marlee is an animal lover. ____, he adores penguins and pandas.

• Specifically

• Generally

• Occasionally

• Rarely

What does the transition word 'Consequently' describe?

• It describes a cause of the previous sentence.

• It describes an effect of the previous sentence.

• It describes a comparison to the previous sentence.

• It describes a contrast to the previous sentence.

Fill in the blank: She loves to read; ______, she visits the library every week.

• However

• Therefore

• Moreover

• Consequently

What does 'However' signify in a sentence?

• It introduces a statement that contrasts with or contradicts the previous one.

• It indicates a continuation of the same idea.

• It provides an example of the previous statement.

• It summarizes the previous statement.

What does 'Despite' indicate in a sentence?

• It shows a cause-and-effect relationship.

• It indicates a time sequence.

• It shows contrast or an exception to what was previously stated.

• It emphasizes a similarity between two ideas.

What does the transition word 'Simultaneously' mean?

• It means that two things are happening at exactly the same time.

• It means that one thing happens after another.

• It means that two things are happening in different places.

• It means that two things are happening at different times.