Argument Transition Words & Phrases Quiz

What is the main purpose of using transition words and phrases when writing an argument?

Which category of transition words would you use when you want to show evidence that strengthens your main point or idea?

• Transitions for Supporting a Claim

• Transitions for Counterclaims

• Transitions for Rebuttals

• Transitions for Conclusions

If you want to introduce an opposing viewpoint or a different idea in your argument, you might start with a phrase like "Although some _______" or "Many people _________."

(a)  

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.5.6

Which of the following transition words would you use to introduce a point that disagrees with an opposing argument you just mentioned?

• "This shows that..."

• "I know some will argue that..."

• "However..."

• "One implication is..."

To show that a piece of information helps prove your main point, you could use the transition phrase "This detail/quote (a)   ."

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

Explain the difference between using transition words for a "Counterclaim" and using them for a "Rebuttal" in an argument.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D