Enhancing Writing with Transition Words and Phrases

Why are transition words and phrases important in writing?

• They make the text longer.

• They help connect ideas and give the writing flow.

• They make the writing more complex.

• They are used to fill space.

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

Which of the following is NOT a transition phrase for giving examples?

• For instance

• To demonstrate

• In addition

• Such as

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

What is the purpose of using transition words within a paragraph?

• To summarize the paragraph

• To connect examples and supporting evidence

• To introduce new topics

• To change the subject

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

Which transition phrase can be used to connect one paragraph to another?

• In conclusion

• For example

• Following that

• To clarify

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

What is the term used to describe the smooth movement from one paragraph to another?

• Flow

• Transition

• Connection

• Linkage

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

Which of the following is a transition of agreement?

• In reality

• Although this may be true

• In the first place

• On the other hand

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

Which of the following is NOT a transition phrase for agreement?

• In reality

• Third

• Second

• First

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

What transition phrase can be used to introduce an opposing argument?

• On the other hand

• Likewise

• Following that

• Furthermore

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

Which transition phrase is suitable for concluding an essay?

• In summary

• For instance

• To demonstrate

• In addition

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6

What is the effect of using transition words and phrases in writing?

• They make the writing more descriptive.

• They make the writing more persuasive.

• They give the writing flow.

• They make the writing more formal.

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CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.1.6