Transition Words in Argumentative Writing

This video tutorial teaches how to enhance essay flow using transition words. It explains the importance of connecting ideas smoothly and avoiding choppiness. The tutorial provides steps to identify areas lacking flow, suggests transition words, and emphasizes the need to avoid repetitive transitions. It also lists common transition words and phrases to improve writing coherence.

What is the primary purpose of using transition words in an essay?

• To introduce new topics

• To increase the word count

• To confuse the reader

• To strengthen the argument by creating flow

What does lack of transitions in an essay typically lead to?

• Choppiness and disjointed ideas

• Shorter essays

• Improved clarity

• More engaging content

What is the first step in adding transitions to improve essay flow?

• Rewriting the entire essay

• Identifying choppy areas

• Adding more evidence

• Changing the essay topic

Which transition word could best link ideas that build upon each other?

• However

• Additionally

• Despite

• On the contrary

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How should transitions be used to improve readability?

• Only in the conclusion

• Frequently and randomly

• Sparingly and only at the beginning

• Between sentences to bridge ideas

What is a potential negative effect of using the same transition repeatedly?

• None, it is recommended to keep consistency

• Can bore the reader and weaken the argument

• Makes the essay more interesting

• Shortens the essay significantly

Which of the following is NOT a transition word?

• Lastly

• Important

• Additionally

• Moreover

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Which transition phrase could indicate contrast?

• For instance

• In contrast

• Similarly

• Next

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What should be done after adding transitions to an essay?

• Ignore feedback

• Remove all transitions

• Submit the essay immediately

• Reread to ensure flow

What is the final step in ensuring your essay has proper flow?

• Decreasing the essay length

• Adding more topics

• Changing the thesis statement

• Rereading the essay