Understanding Transitions in Essay Writing

What is the primary function of a transition in an essay?

• To connect ideas smoothly

• To introduce a new topic

• To conclude a paragraph

• To provide evidence

Which transition word would best show a sequence of events?

• Despite

• Then

• However

• Moreover

Which transition word can be used to add a similar idea?

• Conversely

• Additionally

• Nevertheless

• Although

What transition word would you use to show a contrast between two ideas?

• Namely

• However

• Likewise

• Furthermore

Which transition phrase indicates a cause and effect relationship?

• In summary

• In addition

• As a result

• For instance

What transition phrase would you use to provide an example?

• Consequently

• Nevertheless

• In conclusion

• For example

Which transition phrase is suitable for summarizing a point?

• In a nutshell

• On the other hand

• For this reason

• In addition

What transition phrase would you use to conclude an essay?

• In conclusion

• For instance

• Despite

• Moreover

Where is it recommended to place transitions in an essay?

• At the end of the essay

• At the beginning of body paragraphs and conclusion sentences

• In the middle of a paragraph

• At the beginning of the introduction

How many transitions are recommended per paragraph in an essay?

• None

• Five to six

• One to two

• Three to four