Understanding Transition Words in Essays

Why are transition words crucial in writing?

• They help connect ideas smoothly.

• They make the text longer.

• They add more vocabulary.

• They make sentences shorter.

Which of the following is a transition word used to begin a point?

• Despite

• However

• To begin with

• Nevertheless

What is the purpose of using 'granted' in a sentence?

• To introduce a new topic

• To highlight a point

• To show contrast

• To conclude an argument

Which transition word is used to show contrast?

• Additionally

• On the contrary

• Furthermore

• Similarly

What is the role of 'because of' in a sentence?

• To compare two ideas

• To show a cause

• To introduce a conclusion

• To highlight a point

Which transition word is used to summarize?

• Nevertheless

• To sum up

• In the meantime

• For example

What is the purpose of using 'ultimately' in writing?

• To introduce a new idea

• To show a cause

• To conclude or summarize

• To compare two points

What should you avoid when using transition words?

• Repeating the same transition word

• Using them to connect ideas

• Using them at the start of a sentence

• Placing them at the end of a paragraph

How can transition words improve your writing?

• By adding more words

• By making it less formal

• By making it more complex

• By making it more coherent

What is a key guideline for using transition words?

• Use them appropriately and sparingly

• Use them only at the beginning of paragraphs

• Use as many as possible in each sentence

• Avoid using them in formal writing