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WorksheetsHG-Transitions
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 15mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
Why do we use transitions?
a)
To make us mess up
b)
To make the writing flow
c)
to be mean
d)
Because we want to
2.
_______ they tried hard, the students could not complete the project in time.
a)
Although
b)
Despite
c)
First
3.
______ you fail, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you tried your best.
a)
No matter
b)
Even if
c)
Firstly
4.
_______ Chad, Andrew, and Jasen had straight A's and were on the honor roll.
a)
Meanwhile
b)
Secondly
c)
Before long
5.
_____________ many educators and parents have praised the Harry Potter series, some have called for a ban on the books in their schools and libraries.
a)
Indeed
b)
However
c)
Although
d)
In addition
6.
_____________ this diet consists of non-meat food sources, a vegetarian typically consumes less fat and cholesterol than an individual who consumes meat.
a)
Consequently
b)
Because
c)
Furthermore
d)
Instead
7.
Brian woke up with a headache; he missed his school bus, forgot his lunch money and got a C on his math test. ________, he was having a rotten day.
a)
Second
b)
Meanwhile
c)
To sum it up
d)
Finally
8.
My brother is my best friend. He is always willing to go the extra mile to help me. ______, the other day he helped me study until 1:00 AM.
a)
For example
b)
Additionally
c)
As a result
d)
Furthermore
9.
Peter is involved with many after school sporting activities. _____, Catalina prefers to spend her free time playing video games indoors.
a)
For example
b)
To sum it up
c)
Therefore
d)
On the other hand
10.
____________I didn't like to spend time reading in class, but I enjoy it now.
a)
next
b)
eventually
c)
overall
d)
initially
11.
________ you put the cheese on your crust, don't forget to lather it with marinara sauce.
a)
Next
b)
Before
c)
Initially
d)
Later
12.
(at the end of an essay)
______________ the more educated a person is, the more choice he or she will have in a career.
______________ the more educated a person is, the more choice he or she will have in a career.
a)
Otherwise,
b)
Meanwhile,
c)
In conclusion,
d)
Likewise,
13.
______, Jean painted her room. Then, she bought a new dresser.
a)
Specifically
b)
First
c)
Truly
d)
So
14.
Which is the proper way to include the transition word, because?
a)
Because I didn't read my books; I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.
b)
Because I didn't read my books I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.
c)
Because I didn't read my books, I received a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.
d)
Because i didn't read my books, I received, a lower grade in Mr. Eagan's class.
15.
Lisa decided not to go to king islands. _______ she told me "No way!"
a)
Once again
b)
In other words*
c)
In fact
d)
Until
16.
Turtles stay in their shells when they are frightened. ___________, dogs put their tails between their legs when they're afraid.
a)
After
b)
Similarly
c)
Therefore
d)
When
17.
One reason people have dogs is for companionship; ___________ is for protection.
a)
meanwhile
b)
frequently
c)
another
d)
but
18.
Jogging provides many health benefits to people of all ages. ____________, middle aged and senior runners tend to have fewer heart attacks than do non-joggers.
a)
For example
b)
In addition
c)
Never the less
d)
However
19.
Most animals sleep like people do; they lie down. ____________ birds and horses sleep while standing up!
a)
For example
b)
Likewise
c)
However
d)
Where
20.
A good homework space is well-lit, with paper and pencils. _________, it is quiet and distraction free.
a)
However
b)
In addition
c)
All in all
d)
Although
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